Cornmeal vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cornmeal and potato pancake
- Cornmeal has more folate, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and vitamin B2; however, potato pancake has more vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for folate for cornmeal is 42% higher.
- Potato pancake has 3 times less vitamin B1 than cornmeal. Cornmeal has 0.551mg of vitamin B1, while potato pancake has 0.158mg.
- Cornmeal is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Cornmeal, degermed, enriched, yellow and Potato pancakes.
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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 | +161.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +18% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +966.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +338% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +136.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +49.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +248.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +120.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +197.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +409.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +190.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +91.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +762.8% |
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:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +185.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +743.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +327.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +602% |
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
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +856.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +807.7% |
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:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +251.1% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +74.4% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +533.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +35.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +229.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.828g | 7.516g | 45% |
| Folate | 209µg | 41µg | 42% |
| Iron | 4.36mg | 1.67mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.551mg | 0.158mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 764mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Starch | 73.3g | 20.88g | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.968mg | 1.672mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.182mg | 0.448mg | 20% |
| Fats | 1.75g | 14.76g | 20% |
| Carbs | 79.45g | 27.81g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.173mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 142mg | 622mg | 14% |
| Choline | 8.6mg | 74.2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.29µg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.18mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22g | 2.496g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 0.757mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 3.73g | 8% |
| Calories | 370kcal | 268kcal | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 128mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.26mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 10.5µg | 8.9µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.11g | 6.08g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 32µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 3.3g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.7µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 36mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.55g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.61g | 1.79g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.66mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.172mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.006mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.105mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.162mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.366mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.337mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.172mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.56g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
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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%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 68)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato pancake is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cornmeal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cornmeal is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cornmeal contains less Sodium (difference - 757mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cornmeal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.276g)