Plantain chips vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Plantain chips and Caramel popcorn
- Plantain chips are higher in Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, Vitamin B5, and Potassium, yet Caramel popcorn is higher in Iron, Manganese, and Copper.
- Caramel popcorn covers your daily Iron needs 37% more than Plantain chips.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Caramel popcorn is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, plantain chips, salted and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +121.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +633.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +303.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +235.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +875% |
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 | +1676.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +492.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +378.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +633.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +215% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.28 g
Fats:
29.59 g
Carbs:
63.84 g
Water:
2.09 g
Other:
2.2 g
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +279.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +180.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +57.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.337 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.632 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
11.739 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +106.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +259% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.5% |
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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| Calories | 531kcal | 400kcal |
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| Protein | 2.28g | 6.4g |
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| Fats | 29.59g | 7.8g |
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| Vitamin C | 32.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 60.34g | 76.9g |
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| Carbs | 63.84g | 80.7g |
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| Magnesium | 71mg | 80mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 66mg |
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| Potassium | 786mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 0.97mg | 3.91mg |
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| Sugar | 0.92g | 45.36g |
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| Fiber | 3.5g | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.198mg | 0.297mg |
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| Zinc | 0.37mg | 1.24mg |
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| Starch | 50.8g |
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| Phosphorus | 78mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 202mg | 177mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1386IU | 78IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 69µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 5.04mg | 0.85mg |
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| Manganese | 0.276mg | 0.764mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg | 3.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.065mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.126mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.802mg | 1.99mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.1mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin K | 28.6µg | 3.9µg |
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| Folate | 35µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.185g | 0g |
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| Choline | 0mg | 17.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.337g | 1.04g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.632g | 2.73g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 11.739g | 3.27g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.231mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.227mg |
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| Leucine | 0.641mg |
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| Lysine | 0.199mg |
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| Methionine | 0.112mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg |
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| Valine | 0.303mg |
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| Histidine | 0.182mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.028g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.078g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g |
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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
46%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Plantain chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.44g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.297g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)