Cornmeal vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cornmeal and corn grits
- Cornmeal has more folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B6, fiber, and copper; however, corn grits is higher in iron.
- Cornmeal covers your daily folate needs 46% more than corn grits.
- Cornmeal has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of corn grits is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt.
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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 | +433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +425.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +633.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +607.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +255.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2033.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.9% |
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 | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +285.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +183% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +197.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +361.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +550% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +674.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +230.8% |
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:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +350% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +257.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +398.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +626.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +49% |
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
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +381.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +333.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
73.3 g
Sucrose:
0.68 g
Glucose:
0.56 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.19 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
15.39 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +376.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +580% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Folate | 209µg | 27µg | 46% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.551mg | 0.143mg | 34% |
| Iron | 4.36mg | 6.71mg | 29% |
| Starch | 73.3g | 15.39g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.968mg | 1.672mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 79.45g | 15.95g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.135mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 10.5µg | 19% | |
| Calories | 370kcal | 74kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.182mg | 0.028mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 14mg | 12% |
| Protein | 7.11g | 1.58g | 11% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.1g | 11% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 227mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 6mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 64mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.049mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.66mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.828g | 0.191g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 0.052mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Fats | 1.75g | 0.49g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 2.6mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22g | 0.076g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 0.081g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.55g | 14.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.61g | 0.1g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.172mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.006mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.105mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.162mg | 0.029mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.366mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.337mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cornmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 220mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cornmeal is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cornmeal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cornmeal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.51g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.144g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn grits is cheaper (difference - $1.4)