Lucky Charms Cereal vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between lucky Charms Cereal and corn chips
- The amount of vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B6, folate, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin A, and manganese in lucky Charms Cereal is higher than in corn chips.
- Lucky Charms Cereal covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 283% more than corn chips.
- Lucky Charms Cereal contains 282 times more vitamin A than corn chips. While lucky Charms Cereal contains 847µg of vitamin A, corn chips contain only 3µg.
- Corn chips have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn chips is 42, while the glycemic index of lucky Charms Cereal is 69.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, LUCKY CHARMS 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +214.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1755.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1343.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +552.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +92.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +28133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3595.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2109% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2904.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +131.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1702.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +9162.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1506.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +350% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.67 g
Fats:
5.02 g
Carbs:
80.89 g
Water:
4.15 g
Other:
2.27 g
Protein:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +287.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +564.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.885 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.586 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.542 g
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 | -79.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +475.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +966% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
37.17 g
Sucrose:
28.9 g
Glucose:
4.7 g
Fructose:
0.8 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
51.36 g
Sucrose:
0.27 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +10603.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +38.2% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 6.8µg | 0µg | 283% |
| Iron | 22.27mg | 1.2mg | 263% |
| Vitamin B6 | 3.01mg | 0.167mg | 219% |
| Folate | 741µg | 8µg | 183% |
| Zinc | 18.62mg | 1.29mg | 158% |
| Vitamin B3 | 25.3mg | 0.842mg | 153% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.737mg | 0.047mg | 141% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.723mg | 0.078mg | 127% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.542g | 16.438g | 99% |
| Vitamin A | 847µg | 3µg | 94% |
| Manganese | 2.173mg | 0.333mg | 80% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 7.23mg | 45% |
| Fats | 5.02g | 33.36g | 44% |
| Calcium | 434mg | 138mg | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 26.6mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin D | 156IU | 0IU | 20% |
| Vitamin D | 3.9µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.586g | 9.134g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 0.885g | 4.331g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 289mg | 194mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 14.6µg | 7.6µg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.213mg | 0.101mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 80.89g | 56.9g | 8% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 538kcal | 8% |
| Sodium | 648mg | 514mg | 6% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 51.36g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.439mg | 0.19mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 4g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 6.3µg | 4% |
| Protein | 7.67g | 6.17g | 3% |
| Potassium | 222mg | 144mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.8g | 0g | 1% |
| Choline | 16.1mg | 12.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.89g | 52.9g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 74mg | 72mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 36.13g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.013g | 0.088g | N/A |
| 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 | 0.044g | 0.264g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.486g | 16.036g | N/A |
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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
299%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
219%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lucky Charms Cereal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.446g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 35.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn chips contains less Sodium (difference - 134mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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 ($)