Vermicelli vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are vermicelli and popcorn different?
- Vermicelli is richer in copper, selenium, choline, and zinc, while popcorn is higher in phosphorus, fiber, magnesium, iron, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6.
- Vermicelli covers your daily need for copper, 184% more than popcorn.
- Popcorn has a higher glycemic index (62) than vermicelli (35).
Vermicelli, made from soy and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped types were 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 CalciumCalcium | +685.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +631.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +7100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10866.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1690% |
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 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +216.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +734.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
82.32 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.58 g
Protein:
12.94 g
Fats:
4.54 g
Carbs:
77.78 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
1.42 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +258.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +293% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12840% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4440% |
~equal in
Carbs
~77.78g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.041 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.637 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.318 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7207.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5553.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.916mg | 0.262mg | 184% |
| Selenium | 27µg | 0µg | 49% |
| Manganese | 1.113mg | 48% | |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 358mg | 48% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 14.5g | 42% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 144mg | 34% |
| Choline | 177mg | 21.2mg | 28% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 12.94g | 26% |
| Starch | 54.4g | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.81mg | 3.19mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.041g | 2.318g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 2.308mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.157mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 4.24mg | 3.08mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 329mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.104mg | 9% |
| Folate | 0µg | 31µg | 8% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 4.54g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.083mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 7mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.014g | 0.637g | 3% |
| Calories | 331kcal | 387kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.8µg | 1.2µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 82.32g | 77.78g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 0.95g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 78.42g | 63.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 17.44g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.252mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.367mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% |
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
9%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.623g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vermicelli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.57g)
Which food is cheaper?
Popcorn is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.