Corn syrup vs. Kit Kat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are corn syrup and kit Kat different?
- Corn syrup contains less vitamin B12, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, calcium, vitamin B1, iron, and magnesium than kit Kat.
- Kit Kat covers your daily need for saturated fat, 90% more than corn syrup.
- Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn syrup is 90, while the glycemic index of kit Kat is 50.
Syrups, corn, dark and Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar types were used in this article.
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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 | +362.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +594.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +425% |
| Contains more IronIron | +170.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +315.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +125% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1127.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +72.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +963.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2682.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +133.1% |
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:
6.51 g
Fats:
25.99 g
Carbs:
64.59 g
Water:
1.63 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1250.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +220% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0g | 17.953g | 82% |
| Fats | 0g | 25.99g | 40% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.56µg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.22mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 135mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 5.844g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 0.21mg | 15% |
| Protein | 0g | 6.51g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0.64mg | 12% |
| Calories | 286kcal | 518kcal | 12% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 125mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 0.117mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.37mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 37mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.895g | 6% |
| Potassium | 44mg | 231mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Sodium | 155mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 14µg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 5µg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 77.59g | 64.59g | 4% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 14mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 5.2µg | 4% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 31mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.34mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 77.59g | 63.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 77.59g | 48.68g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | N/A |
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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kit Kat is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kit Kat contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.953g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $0.2)