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Corn syrup vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between corn syrup and fish sandwiches

  • Fish sandwiches are richer than corn syrup in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B3, folate, and vitamin K.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for fish sandwiches is 28% higher.
  • Fish sandwiches have a lower glycemic index than corn syrup.

Food types used in this article are Syrups, corn, dark and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.

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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 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains less SodiumSodium -74.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +212.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +105.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +368.2%
Contains more IronIron +305.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +41.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +1125%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +954.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +164%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +520.7%

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 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1809.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1455.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +10650%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +1508.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +677.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +117.3%

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
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +190.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +120.1%
Contains more OtherOther +432.5%

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 Fish sandwich
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corn syrup Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 6.257g 42%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.68µg 28%
Selenium 2.9µg 18µg 27%
Protein 0g 10.29g 21%
Fats 0g 12.45g 19%
Sodium 155mg 602mg 19%
Vitamin B1 0.011mg 0.21mg 17%
Carbs 77.59g 26.69g 17%
Phosphorus 11mg 116mg 15%
Iron 0.37mg 1.5mg 14%
Vitamin B3 0.02mg 2.15mg 13%
Folate 0µg 46µg 12%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Vitamin K 0µg 13.6µg 11%
Vitamin B2 0.009mg 0.14mg 10%
Saturated fat 0g 1.949g 9%
Manganese 0.1mg 0.264mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.023mg 0.37mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 2.595g 6%
Potassium 44mg 206mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.009mg 0.07mg 5%
Fiber 0g 1g 4%
Vitamin E 0mg 0.55mg 4%
Magnesium 8mg 25mg 4%
Zinc 0.04mg 0.49mg 4%
Choline 13.3mg 28.9mg 3%
Copper 0.053mg 0.075mg 2%
Calcium 18mg 37mg 2%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.8mg 2%
Calories 286kcal 257kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 6µg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 9IU 1%
Net carbs 77.59g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 77.59g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0.08g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corn syrup Fish sandwich
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
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Corn syrup
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 74.06g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 447mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.949g)

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. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/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.