Popcorn vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between popcorn and jerky?
- Popcorn is richer in fiber, manganese, and magnesium, yet jerky is richer in zinc, vitamin B12, iron, folate, and selenium.
- Jerky's daily need coverage for sodium is 90% higher.
- Popcorn has 10 times more manganese than jerky. Popcorn has 1.113mg of manganese, while jerky has 0.111mg.
- Popcorn contains less saturated fat.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index than popcorn.
We used Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed 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 | +182.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +902.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +185.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +81.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +69.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +163.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.7% |
| 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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +212.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +48.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +71.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +91.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +332.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +414.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +607.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +156.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +463.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +603.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +381.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +129.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1090% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 8mg | 2081mg | 90% |
| Fiber | 14.5g | 1.8g | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 0.637g | 10.85g | 46% |
| Zinc | 3.08mg | 8.11mg | 46% |
| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.111mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.99µg | 41% |
| Protein | 12.94g | 33.2g | 41% |
| Fats | 4.54g | 25.6g | 32% |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 5.42mg | 28% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.95g | 11.305g | 26% |
| Folate | 31µg | 134µg | 26% |
| Carbs | 77.78g | 11g | 22% |
| Magnesium | 144mg | 51mg | 22% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 22% | |
| Selenium | 0µg | 10.7µg | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 109.1mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 1.011g | 9% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 597mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 407mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.163mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.142mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.227mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.154mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 1.732mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.179mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 2.3µg | 1% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 410kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.49mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.28g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 9g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% |
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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35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 2073mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.213g)
Which food is cheaper?
Popcorn is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins