Vermicelli vs. Pupusas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Vermicelli and Pupusas
- Vermicelli has more Copper, Choline, Zinc, and Selenium, however, Pupusas has more Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Vermicelli is 206% higher.
- Pupusas have 5 times less Choline than Vermicelli. Vermicelli has 177mg of Choline, while Pupusas have 38.4mg.
- Vermicelli is lower in Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Vermicelli, made from soy and Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork).
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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 | +12.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +79.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2847.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +161.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +51.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +8400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +710% |
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 E Vitamin E | +45.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +245.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +360.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +127% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| 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:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +257.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +190.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11410% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10330% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +346.4% |
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
3.166 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +30392.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5278% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 331kcal | 232kcal |
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| Protein | 0.1g | 11.51g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 10.43g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 78.42g | 20.42g |
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| Carbs | 82.32g | 23.02g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 28IU |
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| Magnesium | 2mg | 38mg |
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| Calcium | 55mg | 49mg |
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| Potassium | 3mg | 255mg |
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| Iron | 1.81mg | 1.01mg |
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| Sugar | 17.44g | 1.45g |
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| Fiber | 3.9g | 2.6g |
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| Copper | 1.916mg | 0.065mg |
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| Zinc | 4.24mg | 1.62mg |
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| Starch | 18.98g |
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| Phosphorus | 20mg | 162mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 426mg |
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| Vitamin A | 37IU | 84IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0.35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.7µg |
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| Manganese | 0.159mg |
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| Selenium | 27µg | 17.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.083mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.087mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 2.373mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.28µg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.8µg | 1.1µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.083g |
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| Choline | 177mg | 38.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.014g | 3.166g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.013g | 3.964g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.041g | 2.205g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.46mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.456mg |
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| Leucine | 0.976mg |
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| Lysine | 0.784mg |
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| Methionine | 0.268mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.463mg |
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| Valine | 0.531mg |
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| Histidine | 0.354mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g |
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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
9%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Vermicelli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 422mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.152g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pupusas is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.99g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is cheaper?
Pupusas is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pupusas is relatively richer in vitamins
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.