Cornmeal vs. Baked beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cornmeal and baked beans?
- Cornmeal is higher in folate, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, selenium, and vitamin B6, yet baked beans are higher in copper.
- Cornmeal's daily need coverage for folate is 40% more.
- Cornmeal has 12 times more vitamin B3 than baked beans. While cornmeal has 4.968mg of vitamin B3, baked beans have only 0.408mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in cornmeal is lower.
- The glycemic index of baked beans is lower.
We used Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow and Beans, baked, home prepared types 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 IronIron | +119.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +84.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1933.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +152.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +109.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +305.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +679.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1117.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +102.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +335.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.11 g
Fats:
1.75 g
Carbs:
79.45 g
Water:
11.18 g
Other:
0.51 g
Protein:
5.54 g
Fats:
5.15 g
Carbs:
21.63 g
Water:
65.17 g
Other:
2.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +267.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +194.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +482.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +392.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.22 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.828 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.133 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.74 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +446.9% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 209µg | 48µg | 40% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.551mg | 0.136mg | 35% |
| Iron | 4.36mg | 1.99mg | 30% |
| Starch | 73.3g | 30% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.968mg | 0.408mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.049mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 79.45g | 21.63g | 19% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 422mg | 18% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 155kcal | 11% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.159mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 10.5µg | 5.7µg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22g | 1.948g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.182mg | 0.09mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 358mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 61mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 5.5g | 6% |
| Fats | 1.75g | 5.15g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.255mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 2.133g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Protein | 7.11g | 5.54g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 0.155mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.828g | 0.74g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 109mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.66mg | 0.73mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.55g | 16.13g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.61g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.172mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.006mg | 0.428mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.105mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.162mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.366mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.337mg | 0.282mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 0.153mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 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
42%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cornmeal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cornmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 415mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cornmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.728g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cornmeal is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cornmeal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Baked beans is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Baked beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Baked beans is relatively richer in minerals