Corn syrup vs. Jerusalem artichoke — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between corn syrup and jerusalem artichoke
- Jerusalem artichoke is higher than corn syrup in iron, vitamin B1, potassium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, fiber, and vitamin B6.
- Jerusalem artichoke covers your daily iron needs 38% more than corn syrup.
- Corn syrup contains 39 times more sodium than jerusalem artichoke. While corn syrup contains 155mg of sodium, jerusalem artichoke contains only 4mg.
- The glycemic index of jerusalem artichoke is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Syrups, corn, dark and Jerusalem-artichokes, raw.
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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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +66.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +314.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +112.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +875% |
| Contains more IronIron | +818.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +164.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +609.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1718.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1626.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +755.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +125.6% |
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:
2 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
17.44 g
Water:
78.01 g
Other:
2.54 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +344.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +254.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +535% |
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 Saturated fat | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.37mg | 3.4mg | 38% |
| Carbs | 77.59g | 17.44g | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 0.2mg | 16% |
| Calories | 286kcal | 73kcal | 11% |
| Potassium | 44mg | 429mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 78mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.14mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 1.3mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0.397mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 4mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.077mg | 5% |
| Protein | 0g | 2g | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 0.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4mg | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 13µg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 17mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0g | 0.01g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77.59g | 15.84g | N/A |
| Calcium | 18mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 77.59g | 9.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.004g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.001g | 0% |
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
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13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in Sugar (difference - 67.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jerusalem artichoke contains less Sodium (difference - 151mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerusalem artichoke is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is cheaper?
Jerusalem artichoke is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerusalem artichoke 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)
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.