Popcorn vs. Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between popcorn and prawn crackers (Shrimp chips)
- Popcorn has more fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, and zinc; however, prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have more selenium, manganese, and vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) is 60% higher.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have 3 times less fiber than popcorn. Popcorn has 14.5g of fiber, while prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have 5.6g.
- Popcorn is lower in saturated fat.
- Prawn crackers (Shrimp chips) have a higher glycemic index than popcorn.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Snacks, shrimp cracker.
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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 | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +67% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +123.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +185.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +92.3% |
| 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 B5Vitamin B5 | +58.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +34.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1031% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +153.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +966.7% |
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:
7.14 g
Fats:
17.86 g
Carbs:
59.09 g
Water:
13.6 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +81.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +293.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +309.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.7% |
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
5.357 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.997 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.971 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +741.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +71.3% |
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:
30.36 g
Sucrose:
21.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0.02 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +79.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +250% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2872.2% |
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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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 0µg | 33.1µg | 60% |
| Manganese | 1.113mg | 2.14mg | 45% |
| Fiber | 14.5g | 5.6g | 36% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 571mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 191mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 0.637g | 5.357g | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 3.28mg | 20% |
| Fats | 4.54g | 17.86g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.95g | 7.997g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 144mg | 72mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 1.91mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 3.08mg | 1.38mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.264mg | 13% |
| Protein | 12.94g | 7.14g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 3.971g | 11% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 30.36g | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 12.8µg | 10% |
| Carbs | 77.78g | 59.09g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.216mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.221mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.321mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 193mg | 4% |
| Folate | 31µg | 23µg | 2% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 426kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 2.631mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.091mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 17.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.28g | 53.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 21.43g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.066g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0.489mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.208mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0.02g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 563mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.72g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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