Tortilla chips vs. Corn grits — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tortilla chips and corn grits different?
- Tortilla chips are higher in phosphorus, vitamin E, magnesium, vitamin K, fiber, manganese, zinc, and vitamin B6; however, corn grits is richer in iron.
- Daily need coverage for iron for corn grits is 65% higher.
- Corn grits has less saturated fat.
Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted and Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, plain, prepared (microwaved or boiling water added), without salt are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +574.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1433.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1507.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +691.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +341.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +35200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +471.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +539.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +646.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +99.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
1.58 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
15.95 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +349.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4120.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +325% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +136.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2976.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.191 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6892.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5538.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
62.53 g
Sucrose:
0.78 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
15.39 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +306.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +680% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.769g | 0.191g | 71% |
| Iron | 1.52mg | 6.71mg | 65% |
| Fats | 20.68g | 0.49g | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 225mg | 14mg | 30% |
| Vitamin E | 3.53mg | 0.01mg | 23% |
| Calories | 472kcal | 74kcal | 20% |
| Magnesium | 84mg | 6mg | 19% |
| Starch | 62.53g | 15.39g | 19% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 1.1g | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 20.9µg | 0µg | 17% |
| Carbs | 67.78g | 15.95g | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 15% | |
| Manganese | 0.388mg | 0.049mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.664g | 0.081g | 14% |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 0.09mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.811g | 0.076g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.028mg | 12% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 1.58g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 4.4µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.052mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.838mg | 1.672mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.135mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 27mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 227mg | 4% |
| Folate | 12µg | 27µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 64mg | 4% |
| Choline | 19.4mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 62.38g | 14.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 0.1g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.812g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.23g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.695g | N/A |
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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
24%
10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn grits is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corn grits is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corn grits contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn grits is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.735g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corn grits is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)