Pretzels vs. Corn chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pretzels and Corn chips
- Pretzels have more Manganese, Folate, Copper, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B3, however, Corn chips are higher in Phosphorus, Calcium, and Magnesium.
- Pretzels covers your daily Manganese needs 63% more than Corn chips.
- Corn chips contain 10 times less Folate than Pretzels. Pretzels contain 83µg of Folate, while Corn chips contain 8µg.
- Corn chips have less Sodium.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, made with unenriched flour, salted and Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, 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 IronIron | +39.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +437.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +105.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +283.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +283% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +128% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +51.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +937.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
79.2 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
4.9 g
Protein:
6.17 g
Fats:
33.36 g
Carbs:
56.9 g
Water:
1.07 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +208.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +96% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +853.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.75 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.22 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.331 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
16.438 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -82.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +571.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1247.4% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 381kcal | 538kcal |
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| Protein | 9.1g | 6.17g |
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| Fats | 3.5g | 33.36g |
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| Net carbs | 76.4g | 52.9g |
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| Carbs | 79.2g | 56.9g |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 72mg |
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| Calcium | 36mg | 138mg |
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| Potassium | 146mg | 144mg |
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| Iron | 1.67mg | 1.2mg |
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| Sugar | 0.27g |
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| Fiber | 2.8g | 4g |
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| Copper | 0.264mg | 0.101mg |
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| Zinc | 0.85mg | 1.29mg |
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| Starch | 51.36g |
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| Phosphorus | 113mg | 194mg |
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| Sodium | 1715mg | 514mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 69IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 7.23mg |
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| Manganese | 1.789mg | 0.333mg |
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| Selenium | 5.8µg | 7.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.047mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.1mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.92mg | 0.842mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.288mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.116mg | 0.167mg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.3µg |
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| Folate | 83µg | 8µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.088g |
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| Choline | 12.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.75g | 4.331g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.36g | 9.134g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.22g | 16.438g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.109mg | 0.046mg |
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| Threonine | 0.259mg | 0.246mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0.235mg |
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| Leucine | 0.636mg | 0.803mg |
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| Lysine | 0.221mg | 0.185mg |
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| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0.137mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.453mg | 0.322mg |
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| Valine | 0.392mg | 0.331mg |
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| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0.2mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 16.036g |
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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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pretzels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pretzels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.581g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn chips contains less Sodium (difference - 1201mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn chips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
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 minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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