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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.

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 Calcium +288.9%
Contains more Iron +37.8%
Contains more Magnesium +387.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +2054.5%
Contains more Potassium +488.6%
Contains less Sodium -28.4%
Contains more Zinc +4000%
Contains more Copper +615.1%
Contains more Manganese +203%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 20% 28% 102% 23% 15% 45% 127% 5% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 14% 6% 5% 4% 21% 2% 18% 14% 16%
Contains more Calcium +288.9%
Contains more Iron +37.8%
Contains more Magnesium +387.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +2054.5%
Contains more Potassium +488.6%
Contains less Sodium -28.4%
Contains more Zinc +4000%
Contains more Copper +615.1%
Contains more Manganese +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.
Shrimp
0
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Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 3% 1% 2% 3% 0% 0% 0%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +237.7%
Contains more Other +202.5%
Contains more Carbs +38695%
24% 74%
Protein: 23.98 g
Fats: 0.28 g
Carbs: 0.2 g
Water: 74.33 g
Other: 1.21 g
78% 22%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 77.59 g
Water: 22.01 g
Other: 0.4 g
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +237.7%
Contains more Other +202.5%
Contains more Carbs +38695%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Shrimp Corn syrup
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Shrimp Corn syrup Opinion
Net carbs 0.2g 77.59g Corn syrup
Protein 23.98g 0g Shrimp
Fats 0.28g 0g Shrimp
Carbs 0.2g 77.59g Corn syrup
Calories 99kcal 286kcal Corn syrup
Sugar 77.59g Shrimp
Calcium 70mg 18mg Shrimp
Iron 0.51mg 0.37mg Shrimp
Magnesium 39mg 8mg Shrimp
Phosphorus 237mg 11mg Shrimp
Potassium 259mg 44mg Shrimp
Sodium 111mg 155mg Shrimp
Zinc 1.64mg 0.04mg Shrimp
Copper 0.379mg 0.053mg Shrimp
Manganese 0.033mg 0.1mg Corn syrup
Selenium 2.9µg Corn syrup
Vitamin B1 0.011mg Corn syrup
Vitamin B2 0.009mg Corn syrup
Vitamin B3 0.02mg Corn syrup
Vitamin B5 0.023mg Corn syrup
Vitamin B6 0.009mg Corn syrup
Cholesterol 189mg 0mg Corn syrup
Trans Fat 0.002g Corn syrup
Saturated Fat 0.056g 0g Corn syrup
Omega-3 - DHA 0.015g 0g Shrimp
Omega-3 - EPA 0.015g 0g Shrimp
Omega-3 - DPA 0.001g 0g Shrimp
Monounsaturated Fat 0.048g 0g Shrimp
Polyunsaturated fat 0.079g 0g Shrimp
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g Shrimp
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.018g Shrimp
Omega-3 - ALA 0.001g Shrimp
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.001g Shrimp

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Shrimp Corn syrup
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
0%
Shrimp
1%
Corn syrup
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
Shrimp
10%
Corn syrup

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 77.59g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shrimp
Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.056g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $4.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Shrimp - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175180/nutrients
  2. Corn syrup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168836/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.