Onion rings vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between onion rings and popcorn
- Onion rings has more vitamin K and selenium; however, popcorn is richer in fiber, phosphorus, manganese, magnesium, iron, zinc, and copper.
- Popcorn covers your daily fiber needs 49% more than onion rings.
- Popcorn contains less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Onion rings, breaded, par fried, frozen, prepared, heated in oven and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped.
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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 | +342.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +747.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +167.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +155.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +258.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +633.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +404.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +219.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +58.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +77.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2741.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +73.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +98.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.14 g
Fats:
14.3 g
Carbs:
33.79 g
Water:
46.37 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +215% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1296.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +212.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +130.2% |
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Other
~1.42g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.137 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.633 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +215.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +229.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
25.58 g
Sucrose:
1.76 g
Glucose:
1.31 g
Fructose:
1.26 g
Lactose:
0.11 g
Maltose:
0.66 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
54.4 g
Sucrose:
0.72 g
Glucose:
0.07 g
Fructose:
0.07 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +144.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1771.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1700% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +112.7% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 2.2g | 14.5g | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 358mg | 41% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.633g | 2.318g | 35% |
| Manganese | 0.348mg | 1.113mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 144mg | 30% |
| Vitamin K | 34.1µg | 1.2µg | 27% |
| Iron | 1.25mg | 3.19mg | 24% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 3.08mg | 24% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.262mg | 21% |
| Protein | 4.14g | 12.94g | 18% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 8mg | 16% |
| Fats | 14.3g | 4.54g | 15% |
| Carbs | 33.79g | 77.78g | 15% |
| Starch | 25.58g | 54.4g | 12% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.185mg | 0.104mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.137g | 0.637g | 7% |
| Calories | 276kcal | 387kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.349mg | 2.308mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 329mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3g | 0.95g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.294mg | 0.51mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.083mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.117mg | 0.157mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.7mg | 21.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.26g | 0.07g | 1% |
| Folate | 33µg | 31µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.59g | 63.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.1g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.053g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.15mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.214mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.35mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.151mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0.252mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.243mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.216mg | 0.607mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.109mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.789g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.047g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.346g | 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
21%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 362mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Onion rings is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
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 vitamins?
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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.