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Corn syrup vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between corn syrup and pepperoni?

  • Pepperoni has more vitamin B12, selenium, manganese, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, zinc, and vitamin B1 than corn syrup.
  • Pepperoni's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 89% higher.
  • Corn syrup is lower in sodium.
  • Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index (90) than pepperoni (28).

We used Syrups, corn, dark and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced types in this comparison.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 5.4% 3.9% 14% 18% 1.1% 4.7% 20% 13% 16%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 5.7% 24% 50% 30% 67% 68% 206% 140% 158%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +125%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +522.7%
Contains more IronIron +259.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +71.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +6000%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1336.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +974%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +900%
~equal in Calcium ~19mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 2.8% 2.1% 0.38% 1.4% 2.1% 0% 0% 0% 7.3%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 21% 20% 68% 59% 94% 56% 84% 163% 15% 3.8% 28%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +2363.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2755.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +24835%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +3943.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +3922.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +285%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
78% 22%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 77.59 g
Water: 22.01 g
Other: 0.4 g
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +6475.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +29.7%
Contains more OtherOther +1085%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Corn syrup Pepperoni
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corn syrup Pepperoni DV% diff.
Saturated fat 0g 17.708g 80%
Fats 0g 46.28g 71%
Sodium 155mg 1582mg 62%
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.3µg 54%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 20.77g 52%
Selenium 2.9µg 29µg 47%
Manganese 0.1mg 1.074mg 42%
Protein 0g 19.25g 39%
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg 32%
Vitamin B3 0.02mg 4.987mg 31%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 4.458g 30%
Vitamin B6 0.009mg 0.362mg 27%
Carbs 77.59g 1.18g 25%
Zinc 0.04mg 2.44mg 22%
Vitamin B1 0.011mg 0.271mg 22%
Phosphorus 11mg 158mg 21%
Vitamin B2 0.009mg 0.257mg 19%
Vitamin B5 0.023mg 0.93mg 18%
Iron 0.37mg 1.33mg 12%
Calories 286kcal 504kcal 11%
Vitamin D 0µg 1.3µg 7%
Vitamin E 0mg 1.03mg 7%
Potassium 44mg 274mg 7%
Choline 13.3mg 51.2mg 7%
Vitamin D 0IU 52IU 7%
Vitamin K 0µg 5.8µg 5%
Copper 0.053mg 0.091mg 4%
Magnesium 8mg 18mg 2%
Folate 0µg 5µg 1%
Net carbs 77.59g 1.18g N/A
Calcium 18mg 19mg 0%
Sugar 77.59g 0g N/A
Trans fat 1.527g N/A
Tryptophan 0.23mg 0%
Threonine 0.869mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.901mg 0%
Leucine 1.575mg 0%
Lysine 1.652mg 0%
Methionine 0.511mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.778mg 0%
Valine 0.987mg 0%
Histidine 0.688mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.02g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.018g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.04g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.136g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.605g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corn syrup Pepperoni
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
1%
Corn syrup
47%
Pepperoni
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Corn syrup
76%
Pepperoni

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 1427mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.708g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $0.2)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Corn syrup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168836/nutrients
  2. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.