Shrimp vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between shrimp and corn syrup
- The amount of copper, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, potassium, and calcium in shrimp is higher than in corn syrup.
- Shrimp covers your daily cholesterol needs 63% more than corn syrup.
- Corn syrup has 41 times less zinc than shrimp. Shrimp has 1.64mg of zinc, while corn syrup has 0.04mg.
- Corn syrup contains less cholesterol.
- Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of corn syrup is 90, while the glycemic index of shrimp is 50.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Syrups, corn, dark.
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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 | +387.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +288.9% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +488.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +37.8% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +615.1% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +4000% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2054.5% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +203% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.98 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
0.2 g
Water:
74.33 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +237.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +202.5% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38695% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
Protein | 23.98g | 0g | 48% |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.053mg | 36% |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 11mg | 32% |
Carbs | 0.2g | 77.59g | 26% |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.04mg | 15% |
Calories | 99kcal | 286kcal | 9% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 8mg | 7% |
Potassium | 259mg | 44mg | 6% |
Calcium | 70mg | 18mg | 5% |
Selenium | 2.9µg | 5% | |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
Iron | 0.51mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
Choline | 13.3mg | 2% | |
Sodium | 111mg | 155mg | 2% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0g | 1% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg | 1% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
Fats | 0.28g | 0g | 0% |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 77.59g | N/A |
Sugar | 77.59g | N/A | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg | 0% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0g | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0g | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

10%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.056g)
Which food is cheaper?

Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $4.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins