Popcorn vs. Pork skins — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Popcorn and Pork skins
- Popcorn has more Fiber, Manganese, Phosphorus, Magnesium, and Iron, however, Pork skins are higher in Selenium, and Vitamin B12.
- Pork skins covers your daily Sodium needs 79% more than Popcorn.
- Popcorn has less Saturated Fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Snacks, pork skins, plain.
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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 | +1209.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +159.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +262.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +178.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +321.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1513% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +328.6% |
| 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 | +390% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +582.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +82.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +241% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +675.9% |
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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:
61.3 g
Fats:
31.3 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
1.8 g
Other:
5.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +84.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +373.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +589.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +294.4% |
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
11.37 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.64 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1455.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +57% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 387kcal | 544kcal |
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| Protein | 12.94g | 61.3g |
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| Fats | 4.54g | 31.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 63.28g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 77.78g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg |
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| Magnesium | 144mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 30mg |
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| Potassium | 329mg | 127mg |
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| Iron | 3.19mg | 0.88mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 14.5g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.094mg |
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| Zinc | 3.08mg | 0.56mg |
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| Starch | 54.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 85mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 1818mg |
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| Vitamin A | 196IU | 40IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.53mg |
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| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.069mg |
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| Selenium | 0µg | 41µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.099mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.283mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 1.549mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.43mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.64µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 31µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 21.2mg | 164.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.637g | 11.37g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 14.78g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 3.64g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.118mg |
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| Threonine | 0.452mg | 1.823mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 1.382mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg | 3.322mg |
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| Lysine | 0.338mg | 2.783mg |
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| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.48mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 1.94mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg | 2.421mg |
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| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0.725mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
61%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork skins is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork skins is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 1810mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 10.733g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
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.