Corn grits vs. Scrambled egg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Corn grits and Scrambled egg
- Corn grits has more Iron, and Vitamin B3, while Scrambled egg has more Phosphorus, Choline, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Zinc, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin K.
- Corn grits's daily need coverage for Iron is 52% higher.
- Scrambled egg contains 8 times less Vitamin B3 than Corn grits. Corn grits contains 1.672mg of Vitamin B3, while Scrambled egg contains 0.21mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Corn grits is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt and Fast foods, egg, scrambled.
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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 | +12.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +159.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +444.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1744.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1628.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +78.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +696.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +9500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +285.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1707.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +578.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +6846.2% |
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:
13.84 g
Fats:
16.18 g
Carbs:
2.08 g
Water:
66.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +666.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +775.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3202% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.9% |
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
6.153 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.889 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.969 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +7170.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +930.9% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 74kcal | 212kcal |
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| Protein | 1.58g | 13.84g |
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| Fats | 0.49g | 16.18g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 3.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 14.85g | 2.08g |
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| Carbs | 15.95g | 2.08g |
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| Cholesterol | 426mg |
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| Vitamin D | 46IU |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 64mg | 57mg |
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| Potassium | 27mg | 147mg |
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| Iron | 6.71mg | 2.59mg |
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| Sugar | 0.1g | 1.64g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.067mg |
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| Zinc | 0.09mg | 1.66mg |
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| Starch | 15.39g |
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| Phosphorus | 14mg | 242mg |
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| Sodium | 227mg | 187mg |
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| Vitamin A | 679IU |
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| Vitamin A | 176µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.96mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.049mg | 0.043mg |
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| Selenium | 22.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.672mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.052mg | 0.94mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 9µg |
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| Folate | 27µg | 29µg |
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| Choline | 2.6mg | 180.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.076g | 6.153g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.081g | 5.889g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.191g | 1.969g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.212mg |
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| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0.657mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0.836mg |
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| Leucine | 0.228mg | 1.185mg |
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| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0.913mg |
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| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0.427mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0.75mg |
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| Valine | 0.077mg | 0.96mg |
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| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0.325mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
10%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scrambled egg contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scrambled egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 80)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scrambled egg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.54g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.077g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.