Scrambled egg vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between scrambled egg and popcorn
- Scrambled egg has more vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B2, and choline; however, popcorn has more fiber, manganese, magnesium, and copper.
- Scrambled egg's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 142% more.
- Popcorn is lower in cholesterol.
- Popcorn has a higher glycemic index than scrambled egg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, egg, scrambled and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped.
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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 | +714.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +928.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +291% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2488.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1660% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +231% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +526.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +650% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +751.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +999% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.84 g
Fats:
16.18 g
Carbs:
2.08 g
Water:
66.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +256.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1909% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3639.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.3% |
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Protein
~12.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.153 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.889 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.969 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +519.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +17.7% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 426mg | 0mg | 142% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.5g | 58% |
| Manganese | 0.043mg | 1.113mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg | 0µg | 42% |
| Selenium | 22.5µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.083mg | 34% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 144mg | 31% |
| Choline | 180.6mg | 21.2mg | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 6.153g | 0.637g | 25% |
| Carbs | 2.08g | 77.78g | 25% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.262mg | 22% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 22% | |
| Vitamin A | 176µg | 10µg | 18% |
| Fats | 16.18g | 4.54g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 358mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 2.308mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 3.08mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.889g | 0.95g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.94mg | 0.51mg | 9% |
| Calories | 212kcal | 387kcal | 9% |
| Iron | 2.59mg | 3.19mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 187mg | 8mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 1.2µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 46IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 329mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 7mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 0.29mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.157mg | 3% |
| Protein | 13.84g | 12.94g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.104mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.969g | 2.318g | 2% |
| Folate | 29µg | 31µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.08g | 63.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.64g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.836mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.185mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.913mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.427mg | 0.252mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.96mg | 0.607mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.325mg | 0.367mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% |
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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
48%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scrambled egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scrambled egg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 179mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.516g)
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 ($)