Mashed potato vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mashed potato and corn syrup different?
- Corn syrup contains less vitamin B6, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, fiber, and polyunsaturated fat than mashed potato.
- Corn syrup contains less sodium.
Fast foods, potato, mashed and Syrups, corn, dark types were used in this article.
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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 | +87.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +550% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +436.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +51.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +262.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +261.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +215% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +429.6% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 14.65g | 77.59g | 21% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 286kcal | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 0g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.009mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 0.02mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 44mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 155mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 11mg | 7% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 2.9µg | 4% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 0g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 0g | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.053mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 0.37mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Calcium | 18mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 13.3mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | N/A |
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
15%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.09g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mashed potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is cheaper?
Mashed potato is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 151mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.577g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.