Sweet potato vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sweet potato and corn syrup?
- Sweet potato has more vitamin A, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, fiber, copper, potassium, manganese, vitamin B1, and phosphorus than corn syrup.
- Sweet potato's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 284% higher.
- Sweet potato is lower in sodium.
- Corn syrup has a higher glycemic index (90) than sweet potato (70).
We used Sweet potato, raw, unprepared and Syrups, corn, dark types in this comparison.
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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 | +212.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +665.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +184.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +650% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +327.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +158% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +383.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +609.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +577.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2685% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3378.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2222.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 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 | +251.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +145% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +285.6% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 709µg | 0µg | 79% |
| Carbs | 20.12g | 77.59g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.8mg | 0.023mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.209mg | 0.009mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 0g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.151mg | 0.053mg | 11% |
| Calories | 86kcal | 286kcal | 10% |
| Potassium | 337mg | 44mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.258mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.011mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.65g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 47mg | 11mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 55mg | 155mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 2.9µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.061mg | 0.009mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.4mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Folate | 11µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.61mg | 0.37mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.57g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.557mg | 0.02mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.7g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.05g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.12g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.18g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 0g | 0% |
| Choline | 12.3mg | 13.3mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.001g | 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.014g | 0g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.055mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.031mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
31%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sweet potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 73.41g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet potato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.018g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)