Jerky vs. Corn nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between jerky and corn nuts
- Jerky has more zinc, iron, vitamin B12, folate, and phosphorus, while corn nuts have more fiber, manganese, and vitamin B1.
- Jerky covers your daily need for sodium, 64% more than corn nuts.
- The amount of saturated fat in corn nuts is lower.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of corn nuts is 40.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Snacks, cornnuts, barbecue-flavor.
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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 | +17.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +218.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +331.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +113.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +338.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +129.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +268.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +79% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1360% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +101.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +551.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +53.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +218.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 2081mg | 600mg | 64% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 1.88mg | 57% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 9g | 48% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 1.7mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 2.58g | 38% |
| Folate | 134µg | 0µg | 34% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 8.4g | 26% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 20% | |
| Carbs | 11g | 71.7g | 20% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 283mg | 18% |
| Fats | 25.6g | 14.3g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.35mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.487mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 3.22g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 109mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.136mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 7.36g | 10% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 286mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 0.374mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 1.507mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.187mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Calories | 410kcal | 436kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 63.3g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.142mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn nuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 1481mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn nuts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.27g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn nuts is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.