Lucky Charms Cereal vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between lucky Charms Cereal and corn grits
- The amount of vitamin B6, iron, folate, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, manganese, phosphorus, and calcium in lucky Charms Cereal is higher than in corn grits.
- Lucky Charms Cereal covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 229% more than corn grits.
- Lucky Charms Cereal contains 207 times more zinc than corn grits. While lucky Charms Cereal contains 18.62mg of zinc, corn grits contains only 0.09mg.
- Lucky Charms Cereal has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of lucky Charms Cereal is 69, while the glycemic index of corn grits is 80.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, LUCKY CHARMS and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt.
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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 | +1133.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +578.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +722.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +231.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20588.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1964.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4334.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65% |
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 | +4400% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1114.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1176.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1413.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +744.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +10650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2644.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +519.2% |
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:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +385.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +924.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +407.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +198.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1857.1% |
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
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1858% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +707.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.4% |
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:
15.39 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +141.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +28800% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 | 283% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 3.01mg | 0.028mg | 229% |
| Iron | 22.27mg | 6.71mg | 195% |
| Folate | 741µg | 27µg | 179% |
| Zinc | 18.62mg | 0.09mg | 168% |
| Vitamin B3 | 25.3mg | 1.672mg | 148% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.737mg | 0.143mg | 133% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.723mg | 0.135mg | 122% |
| Vitamin A | 847µg | 94% | |
| Manganese | 2.173mg | 0.049mg | 92% |
| Phosphorus | 289mg | 14mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 434mg | 64mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 26.6mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 14.6µg | 27% | |
| Copper | 0.213mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 80.89g | 15.95g | 22% |
| Vitamin D | 156IU | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9µg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 648mg | 227mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 74mg | 6mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5g | 1.1g | 16% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 74kcal | 15% |
| Protein | 7.67g | 1.58g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.191g | 9% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15.39g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.439mg | 0.052mg | 8% |
| Fats | 5.02g | 0.49g | 7% |
| Potassium | 222mg | 27mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.586g | 0.081g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.885g | 0.076g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.1mg | 2.6mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.8g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.89g | 14.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 36.13g | 0.1g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.044g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.486g | 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%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
219%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lucky Charms Cereal is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lucky Charms Cereal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 36.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 421mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.809g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)