Corn syrup vs. Gumdrop — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between corn syrup and gumdrop
- The amount of sodium in gumdrop is lower.
- The glycemic index of gumdrop is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Syrups, corn, dark and Candies, gumdrops, starch jelly pieces.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +780% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +341.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1000% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +262.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.6% |
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 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +91.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +80% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +44.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.9 g
Water:
1 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2101% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.5% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 77.59g | 98.9g | 7% |
| Calories | 286kcal | 396kcal | 6% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.012mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 44mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.01mg | 4% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 1mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 44mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 77.59g | 98.8g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 77.59g | 58.97g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.005mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gumdrop is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.62g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gumdrop contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Gumdrop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Gumdrop is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat (0 g)