Corn grits vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between corn grits and jerky
- Corn grits has more iron; however, jerky is higher in zinc, phosphorus, folate, copper, choline, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Jerky covers your daily sodium needs 81% more than corn grits.
- Corn grits has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of corn grits is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +220% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +750% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2111.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +8911.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2807.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +126.5% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +213.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +539.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +396.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +4096.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +247.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2001.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5124.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +800% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13856.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +429.3% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 227mg | 2081mg | 81% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 8.11mg | 73% |
| Protein | 1.58g | 33.2g | 63% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 407mg | 56% |
| Saturated fat | 0.076g | 10.85g | 49% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 41% | |
| Fats | 0.49g | 25.6g | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.081g | 11.305g | 28% |
| Folate | 27µg | 134µg | 27% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.227mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 19% | |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 109.1mg | 19% |
| Calories | 74kcal | 410kcal | 17% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 597mg | 17% |
| Iron | 6.71mg | 5.42mg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.179mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 51mg | 11% |
| Starch | 15.39g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.191g | 1.011g | 5% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 20mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.049mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 15.95g | 11g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg | 0.163mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.142mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.85g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 9g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.672mg | 1.732mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0% |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 80)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 1854mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.774g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grits is cheaper (difference - $4)