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Kellogg's Special K vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between kellogg's Special K and corn chips

  • The amount of vitamin B12, vitamin B6, iron, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin C, and vitamin E in kellogg's Special K is higher than in corn chips.
  • Kellogg's Special K covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 808% more than corn chips.
  • Kellogg's Special K has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of kellogg's Special K is 69, while the glycemic index of corn chips is 42.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S SPECIAL K and Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 6.9% 4.7% 1050% 60% 19% 21% 87% 0% 299%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 51% 41% 13% 45% 34% 35% 83% 67% 43% 41%
Contains more IronIron +2233.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +77.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +622.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +500%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +500%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +171.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +87%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +304.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -22.9%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 227% 167% 306% 50% 423% 441% 424% 0% 1486% 2425% 0.25% 968% 6%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 1% 145% 0% 12% 18% 16% 11% 39% 0% 16% 6% 6.6%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +16566.7%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +111.6%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +3495.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2348.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2584.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +3756.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +16025%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +6200%
~equal in Choline ~12.1mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 2% 73% 3% 4%
Protein: 17.79 g
Fats: 1.79 g
Carbs: 73.4 g
Water: 3 g
Other: 4.02 g
6% 33% 57% 3%
Protein: 6.17 g
Fats: 33.36 g
Carbs: 56.9 g
Water: 1.07 g
Other: 2.5 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +188.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +29%
Contains more WaterWater +180.4%
Contains more OtherOther +60.8%
Contains more FatsFats +1763.7%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
36% 27% 36%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.4 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
14% 31% 55%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.331 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 16.438 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -90.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2944.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +4009.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Kellogg's Special K Corn chips
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kellogg's Special K Corn chips DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 19.4µg 0µg 808%
Vitamin B6 6.44mg 0.167mg 483%
Iron 28mg 1.2mg 335%
Folate 1290µg 8µg 321%
Vitamin B2 1.91mg 0.078mg 141%
Vitamin B1 1.69mg 0.047mg 137%
Vitamin B3 22.6mg 0.842mg 136%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 16.438g 107%
Selenium 54.9µg 7.6µg 86%
Vitamin C 68mg 0mg 76%
Vitamin A 500µg 3µg 55%
Vitamin E 15.3mg 7.23mg 54%
Fats 1.79g 33.36g 49%
Protein 17.79g 6.17g 23%
Monounsaturated fat 0.3g 9.134g 22%
Phosphorus 48mg 194mg 21%
Starch 51.36g 21%
Saturated fat 0.4g 4.331g 18%
Vitamin D 3.3µg 0µg 17%
Vitamin D 134IU 0IU 17%
Magnesium 12mg 72mg 14%
Manganese 0.333mg 14%
Calcium 23mg 138mg 12%
Fiber 1.4g 4g 10%
Copper 0.179mg 0.101mg 9%
Calories 377kcal 538kcal 8%
Sodium 667mg 514mg 7%
Carbs 73.4g 56.9g 6%
Zinc 0.69mg 1.29mg 5%
Vitamin K 0.1µg 6.3µg 5%
Vitamin B5 0.19mg 4%
Potassium 53mg 144mg 3%
Net carbs 72g 52.9g N/A
Sugar 12.69g 0.27g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.088g N/A
Choline 11mg 12.1mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.046mg 0%
Threonine 0.246mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.235mg 0%
Leucine 0.803mg 0%
Lysine 0.185mg 0%
Methionine 0.137mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.322mg 0%
Valine 0.331mg 0%
Histidine 0.2mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.264g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.013g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 16.036g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Kellogg's Special K Corn chips
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
532%
Kellogg's Special K
21%
Corn chips
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
156%
Kellogg's Special K
45%
Corn chips

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kellogg's Special K
Kellogg's Special K is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.931g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kellogg's Special K
Kellogg's Special K is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn chips
Corn chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn chips
Corn chips contains less Sodium (difference - 153mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn chips
Corn chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Corn chips - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167537/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.