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Corn raw vs. Smoothie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Corn raw and Smoothie

  • Corn raw is richer in Fiber, Potassium, and Vitamin B3, yet Smoothie is richer in Vitamin C, and Vitamin B12.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Smoothie is 20% higher.

Food types used in this article are Corn, sweet, yellow, raw and Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana.

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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 Iron +246.7%
Contains more Potassium +1025%
Contains less Sodium -48.3%
Contains more Calcium +1950%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 1% 20% 27% 39% 24% 2% 13% 18% 22% 4%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 6% 0% 0% 3% 4% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Iron +246.7%
Contains more Potassium +1025%
Contains less Sodium -48.3%
Contains more Calcium +1950%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +116.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +13.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +118.2%
Contains more Vitamin C +260.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 12% 2% 0% 23% 39% 13% 34% 44% 22% 32% 0% 1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 25% 0% 0% 82% 0% 0% 16% 0% 19% 0% 30% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +116.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +13.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +118.2%
Contains more Vitamin C +260.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +168%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +129.2%
Contains more Other +85.3%
Contains more Water +18.7%
3% 19% 76%
Protein: 3.27 g
Fats: 1.35 g
Carbs: 18.7 g
Water: 76.05 g
Other: 0.63 g
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
Contains more Protein +168%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +129.2%
Contains more Other +85.3%
Contains more Water +18.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Corn raw Smoothie
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corn raw Smoothie Opinion
Net carbs 16.7g 8.16g Corn raw
Protein 3.27g 1.22g Corn raw
Fats 1.35g 0g Corn raw
Carbs 18.7g 8.16g Corn raw
Calories 86kcal 37kcal Corn raw
Starch 5.7g Corn raw
Fructose 1.94g Corn raw
Sugar 6.26g 7.35g Corn raw
Fiber 2g 0g Corn raw
Calcium 2mg 41mg Smoothie
Iron 0.52mg 0.15mg Corn raw
Magnesium 37mg Corn raw
Phosphorus 89mg Corn raw
Potassium 270mg 24mg Corn raw
Sodium 15mg 29mg Corn raw
Zinc 0.46mg Corn raw
Copper 0.054mg Corn raw
Manganese 0.163mg Corn raw
Selenium 0.6µg Corn raw
Vitamin A 187IU 408IU Smoothie
Vitamin A RAE 9µg Corn raw
Vitamin E 0.07mg Corn raw
Vitamin C 6.8mg 24.5mg Smoothie
Vitamin B1 0.155mg Corn raw
Vitamin B2 0.055mg Corn raw
Vitamin B3 1.77mg 0.816mg Corn raw
Vitamin B5 0.717mg Corn raw
Vitamin B6 0.093mg 0.082mg Corn raw
Folate 42µg Corn raw
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.24µg Smoothie
Vitamin K 0.3µg Corn raw
Tryptophan 0.023mg Corn raw
Threonine 0.129mg Corn raw
Isoleucine 0.129mg Corn raw
Leucine 0.348mg Corn raw
Lysine 0.137mg Corn raw
Methionine 0.067mg Corn raw
Phenylalanine 0.15mg Corn raw
Valine 0.185mg Corn raw
Histidine 0.089mg Corn raw
Saturated Fat 0.325g 0g Smoothie
Monounsaturated Fat 0.432g Corn raw
Polyunsaturated fat 0.487g Corn raw
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.468g Corn raw
Omega-3 - ALA 0.014g Corn raw

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corn raw Smoothie
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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%
Corn raw
14%
Smoothie
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
Corn raw
2%
Smoothie

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.325g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn raw
Corn raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.09g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn raw
Corn raw contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn raw
Corn raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn raw
Corn raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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 raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169998/nutrients
  2. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/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.