Popcorn vs. Chinese fried rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Popcorn and Chinese fried rice?
- Popcorn is richer in Fiber, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Manganese, Zinc, Copper, and Vitamin B3, yet Chinese fried rice is richer in Selenium.
- Popcorn's daily need coverage for Fiber is 54% higher.
- Popcorn has 14 times more Magnesium than Chinese fried rice. Popcorn has 144mg of Magnesium, while Chinese fried rice has 10mg.
- Popcorn contains less Sodium.
We used Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Restaurant, Chinese, fried rice, without meat types in this comparison.
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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 | +1340% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +332.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +383.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +175.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +327.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +602% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +157% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +71.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +123.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +593.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +219.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +262.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +390.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +416.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +285.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +42.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +133.3% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
Protein:
4.05 g
Fats:
2.96 g
Carbs:
32.79 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
1.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +219.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +137.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1679.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.649 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.111 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +46.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -15.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
30.8 g
Sucrose:
0.37 g
Glucose:
0.13 g
Fructose:
0.05 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +76.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +94.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +40% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +85.7% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 387kcal | 174kcal |
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| Protein | 12.94g | 4.05g |
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| Fats | 4.54g | 2.96g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 3.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 63.28g | 31.69g |
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| Carbs | 77.78g | 32.79g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 18mg |
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| Magnesium | 144mg | 10mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 329mg | 76mg |
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| Iron | 3.19mg | 0.66mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 0.56g |
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| Fiber | 14.5g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.095mg |
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| Zinc | 3.08mg | 0.72mg |
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| Starch | 54.4g | 30.8g |
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 51mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 387mg |
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| Vitamin A | 196IU | 279IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg | 22µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.13mg |
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| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.433mg |
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| Selenium | 0µg | 8.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.026mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 0.637mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 2.8µg |
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| Folate | 31µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.011g |
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| Choline | 21.2mg | 5.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.637g | 0.54g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 0.649g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 1.111g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.173mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.173mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0.335mg |
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| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.173mg |
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| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.114mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 0.225mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.251mg |
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| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0.094mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.981g |
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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
16%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 379mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese fried rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.31g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chinese fried rice is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.097g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)