Fettuccine vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Fettuccine and Popcorn?
- Fettuccine has less Fiber, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin B6, and Folate than Popcorn.
- Popcorn's daily need coverage for Fiber is 50% higher.
- Fettuccine has 21 times more Sodium than Popcorn. Fettuccine has 166mg of Sodium, while Popcorn has 8mg.
We used KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped 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.
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Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2300% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +431.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +2980% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1332% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.2% |
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.
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Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +55.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +28.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +214% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +416.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
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Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
Contains more WaterWater | +2165.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +33.8% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +108.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +68.1% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +455.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
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Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -29.2% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +479.5% |
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Monounsaturated Fat
~0.95g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in price | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 99kcal | 387kcal | |
Protein | 6.2g | 12.94g | |
Fats | 2.7g | 4.54g | |
Net carbs | 12g | 63.28g | |
Carbs | 14g | 77.78g | |
Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | |
Magnesium | 6mg | 144mg | |
Calcium | 28mg | 7mg | |
Potassium | 168mg | 329mg | |
Iron | 0.6mg | 3.19mg | |
Sugar | 1.3g | 0.87g | |
Fiber | 2g | 14.5g | |
Copper | 0.262mg | ||
Zinc | 0.1mg | 3.08mg | |
Starch | 54.4g | ||
Phosphorus | 25mg | 358mg | |
Sodium | 166mg | 8mg | |
Vitamin A | 196IU | ||
Vitamin A | 10µg | ||
Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.29mg | |
Manganese | 1.113mg | ||
Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.104mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.083mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 2.308mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.157mg | |
Vitamin K | 1.2µg | ||
Folate | 6µg | 31µg | |
Choline | 21.2mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 0.637g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9g | 0.95g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 2.318g | |
Tryptophan | 0.085mg | ||
Threonine | 0.452mg | ||
Isoleucine | 0.431mg | ||
Leucine | 1.473mg | ||
Lysine | 0.338mg | ||
Methionine | 0.252mg | ||
Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | ||
Valine | 0.607mg | ||
Histidine | 0.367mg | ||
Fructose | 0.07g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index 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
7%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 158mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.263g)
Which food is cheaper?
Popcorn is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)