Popcorn vs. Tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between popcorn and tuna
- Popcorn has more fiber, manganese, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc; however, tuna is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6.
- Tuna covers your daily selenium needs 197% more than popcorn.
- The glycemic index of popcorn is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, air-popped and Fish, tuna, yellowfin, fresh, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +242.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75% |
| Contains more IronIron | +246.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +509.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +584.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +8461.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.2% |
| 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 | +201.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1450% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +856.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +561.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +266% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +669.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +125.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1977.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +588.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1224.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -67.8% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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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 | 130kcal |
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| Protein | 12.94g | 29.15g |
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| Fats | 4.54g | 0.59g |
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| Net carbs | 63.28g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 77.78g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 47mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 82IU |
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| Magnesium | 144mg | 42mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 4mg |
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| Potassium | 329mg | 527mg |
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| Iron | 3.19mg | 0.92mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 14.5g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.262mg | 0.043mg |
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| Zinc | 3.08mg | 0.45mg |
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| Starch | 54.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 358mg | 333mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg | 54mg |
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| Vitamin A | 196IU | 65IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg | 22µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.29mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 2µg |
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| Manganese | 1.113mg | 0.013mg |
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| Selenium | 0µg | 108.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.104mg | 0.134mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.083mg | 0.137mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.308mg | 22.07mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 0.334mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.157mg | 1.038mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.35µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 31µg | 2µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.02g |
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| Choline | 21.2mg | 77.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.637g | 0.205g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 0.138g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.318g | 0.175g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.313mg |
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| Threonine | 0.452mg | 1.224mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 1.287mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg | 2.27mg |
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| Lysine | 0.338mg | 2.565mg |
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| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0.827mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 1.091mg |
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| Valine | 0.607mg | 1.438mg |
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| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0.822mg |
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| Fructose | 0.07g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.105g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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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%
88%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tuna is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.432g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
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.