Calorie comparison
Corn vs Sweet Potato
Corn and Sweet Potato have the same calories per 100 g, but corn has more protein. Pick based on macros, not just calories.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Corn | Sweet Potato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 | 86 |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 1.6 g |
| Carbs | 19 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 0.1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌽 Corn
1 ear (90 g)
77 cal
2.9 g protein · 17.1 g carbs · 1.1 g fat
🍠 Sweet Potato
1 medium (130 g)
112 cal
2.1 g protein · 26 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, corn or sweet potato?
Per 100 g, corn has 86 calories and sweet potato has 86. They're the same.
Which has more protein, corn or sweet potato?
Corn has 3.2 g of protein per 100 g; sweet potato has 1.6 g. Corn wins on protein.
Is corn or sweet potato better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here they're close on calories — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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