Flan vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Flan and Corn syrup?
- Flan has more Selenium than Corn syrup.
- Flan's daily need coverage for Selenium is 33% higher.
- Corn syrup has 3 times less Potassium than Flan. Flan has 153mg of Potassium, while Corn syrup has 44mg.
- Corn syrup is lower in Sodium.
We used Flan, caramel custard, dry mix and Syrups, corn, dark 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +247.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +634.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +362.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +253.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1000% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1328.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
91.6 g
Water:
7.8 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +182.2% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 348kcal | 286kcal |
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| Net carbs | 91.6g | 77.59g |
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| Carbs | 91.6g | 77.59g |
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| Magnesium | 0mg | 8mg |
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| Calcium | 24mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 153mg | 44mg |
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| Iron | 0.08mg | 0.37mg |
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| Sugar | 77.59g |
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| Copper | 0.015mg | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 432mg | 155mg |
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| Manganese | 0.007mg | 0.1mg |
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| Selenium | 21.3µg | 2.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.011mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.009mg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet | Equal | |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flan is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Flan is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Flan is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 277mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.