Ice cream vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ice cream and corn syrup
- Ice cream is richer than corn syrup in vitamin B2, vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B5, calcium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for ice cream is 34% higher.
- Corn syrup contains less saturated fat.
- Ice cream has a lower glycemic index than corn syrup.
Food types used in this article are Ice creams, vanilla and Syrups, corn, dark.
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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 | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +611.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +352.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1625% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +854.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +311.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +130.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +272.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +480% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2426.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +95.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.5 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
23.6 g
Water:
61 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +177.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +228.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 6.79g | 0g | 31% |
| Carbs | 23.6g | 77.59g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.009mg | 18% |
| Fats | 11g | 0g | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 0µg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 11mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 18mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.023mg | 11% |
| Protein | 3.5g | 0g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.969g | 0g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.04mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 44mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Calories | 207kcal | 286kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 0.37mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.053mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 155mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.009mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.011mg | 3% |
| Choline | 26mg | 13.3mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 2.9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.9g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.22g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
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
18%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ice cream is lower in Sugar (difference - 56.37g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ice cream is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.79g)
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.