Quinoa vs. Corn grain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between quinoa and corn grain
- Quinoa contains less vitamin B6, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B3, fiber, iron, magnesium, copper, zinc, and phosphorus than corn grain.
- Corn grain's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 38% higher.
The food types used in this comparison are Quinoa, cooked and Corn grain, yellow.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +142.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +98.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +63.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +453.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +28.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +121.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +259.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +82.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +780.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +405.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.4 g
Fats:
1.92 g
Carbs:
21.3 g
Water:
71.61 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
9.42 g
Fats:
4.74 g
Carbs:
74.26 g
Water:
10.37 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +590.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +114.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +146.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +248.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.231 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.078 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.667 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.251 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +136.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +100.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.622mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.107mg | 0.385mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 15.5µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.412mg | 3.627mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 7.3g | 18% |
| Carbs | 21.3g | 74.26g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 127mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 2.71mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.192mg | 0.314mg | 14% |
| Calories | 120kcal | 365kcal | 12% |
| Protein | 4.4g | 9.42g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 2.21mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.424mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 152mg | 210mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.63g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.078g | 2.163g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.201mg | 7% |
| Folate | 42µg | 19µg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.631mg | 0.485mg | 6% |
| Choline | 23mg | 4% | |
| Fats | 1.92g | 4.74g | 4% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 287mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.231g | 0.667g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 1.251g | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.63mg | 0.49mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.5g | 66.96g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 0.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.131mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.157mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.261mg | 1.155mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.239mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.096mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.185mg | 0.463mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.185mg | 0.477mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.127mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 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
11%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Quinoa contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Quinoa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.436g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grain is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.23g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn grain is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn grain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn grain 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 is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)