Popcorn vs. Sorghum syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Popcorn and Sorghum syrup different?
- Popcorn is higher in Fiber, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Vitamin B3, and Magnesium, however, Sorghum syrup is richer in Vitamin B6, Potassium, Manganese, and Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Fiber from Popcorn is 58% higher.
- Popcorn contains 23 times more Vitamin B3 than Sorghum syrup. While Popcorn contains 2.308mg of Vitamin B3, Sorghum syrup contains only 0.1mg.
Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Syrups, sorghum are the varieties used in this article.
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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.
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Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +101.5% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +651.2% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +539.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2042.9% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +204% |
Contains more IronIron | +19.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.5% |
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.
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Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2208% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +59.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +326.8% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +583.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +69% |
~equal in
Carbs
~74.9g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Sodium | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 387kcal | 290kcal | |
Protein | 12.94g | 0g | |
Fats | 4.54g | 0g | |
Net carbs | 63.28g | 74.9g | |
Carbs | 77.78g | 74.9g | |
Magnesium | 144mg | 100mg | |
Calcium | 7mg | 150mg | |
Potassium | 329mg | 1000mg | |
Iron | 3.19mg | 3.8mg | |
Sugar | 0.87g | 74.9g | |
Fiber | 14.5g | 0g | |
Copper | 0.262mg | 0.13mg | |
Zinc | 3.08mg | 0.41mg | |
Starch | 54.4g | ||
Phosphorus | 358mg | 56mg | |
Sodium | 8mg | 8mg | |
Vitamin A | 196IU | 0IU | |
Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | |
Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0mg | |
Manganese | 1.113mg | 1.53mg | |
Selenium | 0µg | 1.7µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.1mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.155mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 0.1mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.804mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.67mg | |
Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 0µg | |
Folate | 31µg | 0µg | |
Choline | 21.2mg | 13.3mg | |
Saturated Fat | 0.637g | 0g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 0g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 0g | |
Tryptophan | 0.085mg | ||
Threonine | 0.452mg | ||
Isoleucine | 0.431mg | ||
Leucine | 1.473mg | ||
Lysine | 0.338mg | ||
Methionine | 0.252mg | ||
Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | ||
Valine | 0.607mg | ||
Histidine | 0.367mg | ||
Fructose | 0.07g |
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Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index 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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
64%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.637g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 74.03g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (8 mg)
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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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.