Spanish rice vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Spanish rice and Caramel popcorn
- Spanish rice is higher in Vitamin B1, and Folate, yet Caramel popcorn is higher in Iron, Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, Fiber, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B6.
- Caramel popcorn covers your daily Iron needs 35% more than Spanish rice.
- Spanish rice contains 4 times more Vitamin B1 than Caramel popcorn. While Spanish rice contains 0.183mg of Vitamin B1, Caramel popcorn contains only 0.051mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Caramel popcorn is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +89.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +515.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +230% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +206% |
| Contains more IronIron | +240% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +356.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +158.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +122.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +95.9% |
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 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +80.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +233.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +70.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +125.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +90.1% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1673.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +95.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +47.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +159% |
~equal in
Other
~1.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.005 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +80.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +41.1% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~1.04g
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 | 185kcal | 400kcal |
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| Protein | 3.28g | 6.4g |
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| Fats | 5.29g | 7.8g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.96g | 76.9g |
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| Carbs | 31.16g | 80.7g |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 80mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 66mg |
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| Potassium | 116mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 1.15mg | 3.91mg |
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| Sugar | 1.3g | 45.36g |
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| Fiber | 1.2g | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.297mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg | 1.24mg |
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| Starch | 27.55g |
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| Phosphorus | 57mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 528mg | 177mg |
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| Vitamin A | 100IU | 78IU |
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| Vitamin A | 6µg | 4µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0.85mg |
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| Manganese | 0.39mg | 0.764mg |
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| Selenium | 7.4µg | 3.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.126mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.378mg | 1.99mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.415mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 13µg | 3.9µg |
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| Folate | 50µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.07g | 0g |
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| Choline | 9.1mg | 17.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.005g | 1.04g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.511g | 2.73g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.317g | 3.27g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.044mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0.231mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0.227mg |
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| Leucine | 0.24mg | 0.641mg |
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| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.199mg |
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| Methionine | 0.071mg | 0.112mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 153mg | 0.32mg |
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| Valine | 0.137mg | 0.303mg |
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| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0.182mg |
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| Fructose | 0.42g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.238g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.052g |
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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
20%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spanish rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.06g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Spanish rice is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.035g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Spanish rice is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 351mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)