Popcorn vs. Spanish rice — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between popcorn and spanish rice
- Popcorn has more fiber, phosphorus, manganese, magnesium, iron, zinc, and copper, while spanish rice has more selenium and vitamin K.
- Popcorn's daily need coverage for fiber is 53% higher.
- Spanish rice contains 11 times less magnesium than popcorn. Popcorn contains 144mg of magnesium, while spanish rice contains 13mg.
- The amount of sodium in popcorn is lower.
- Spanish rice has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of spanish rice is 51, while the glycemic index of popcorn is 62.
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice.
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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 | +1007.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +183.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +177.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +303.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +541.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +528.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +185.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +185.7% |
| 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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +91.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +133% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +106.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +76% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +983.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +61.3% |
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:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +294.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +149.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1663.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.8% |
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
1.005 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +59.1% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.317g
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:
27.55 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.5 g
Fructose:
0.42 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +97.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +89.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +614.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +500% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 14.5g | 1.2g | 53% |
| Phosphorus | 358mg | 57mg | 43% |
| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.39mg | 31% |
| Magnesium | 144mg | 13mg | 31% |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 1.15mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 3.08mg | 0.48mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 528mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.065mg | 22% |
| Protein | 12.94g | 3.28g | 19% |
| Carbs | 77.78g | 31.16g | 16% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 7.4µg | 13% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 27.55g | 11% |
| Calories | 387kcal | 185kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 13µg | 10% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 153mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.183mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 116mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 0.082mg | 6% |
| Folate | 31µg | 50µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 9.1mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.637g | 1.005g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.415mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
| Fats | 4.54g | 5.29g | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.95g | 1.511g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.074mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 63.28g | 29.96g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 1.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 2.378mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.07g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 2.317g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.109mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0.42g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.238g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.052g | 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 glycemic index?
Spanish rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 520mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.368g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.