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Braunschweiger vs. Bratwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Braunschweiger and Bratwurst?

  • Bratwurst has less Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, Iron, Vitamin B2, Selenium, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B3, and Copper than Braunschweiger.
  • Braunschweiger's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 726% higher.
  • Bratwurst contains less Cholesterol.

We used Braunschweiger (a liver sausage), pork and Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked 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 Calcium +28.6%
Contains more Iron +1020%
Contains more Phosphorus +29.2%
Contains more Zinc +13.8%
Contains more Copper +200%
Contains more Manganese +278%
Contains more Selenium +311.3%
Contains more Magnesium +36.4%
Contains more Potassium +42.2%
Contains less Sodium -13.2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 420% 8% 72% 18% 128% 77% 80% 21% 317%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 38% 11% 56% 25% 111% 68% 27% 6% 77%
Contains more Calcium +28.6%
Contains more Iron +1020%
Contains more Phosphorus +29.2%
Contains more Zinc +13.8%
Contains more Copper +200%
Contains more Manganese +278%
Contains more Selenium +311.3%
Contains more Magnesium +36.4%
Contains more Potassium +42.2%
Contains less Sodium -13.2%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +616%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +169.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +389.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +65%
Contains more Folate +1000%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +652.4%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +52.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 844% 7% 36% 0% 63% 352% 157% 203% 77% 33% 2512% 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 96% 50% 59% 42% 47% 3% 334% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +616%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +169.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +389.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +65%
Contains more Folate +1000%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +652.4%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +52.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +18.9%
Contains more Carbs +55%
Contains more Other +17.4%
Contains more Water +12%
Equal in Fats - 26.34
15% 29% 3% 51% 3%
Protein: 14.5 g
Fats: 28.5 g
Carbs: 3.1 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 3.3 g
12% 26% 2% 57% 3%
Protein: 12.2 g
Fats: 26.34 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 56.65 g
Other: 2.81 g
Contains more Protein +18.9%
Contains more Carbs +55%
Contains more Other +17.4%
Contains more Water +12%
Equal in Fats - 26.34

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +59.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +102.1%
Contains less Saturated Fat -34.7%
37% 50% 13%
Saturated Fat: 9.307 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12.731 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.193 g
39% 51% 10%
Saturated Fat: 6.08 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.58 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +59.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +102.1%
Contains less Saturated Fat -34.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Braunschweiger Bratwurst
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Braunschweiger Bratwurst Opinion
Net carbs 3.1g 2g Braunschweiger
Protein 14.5g 12.2g Braunschweiger
Fats 28.5g 26.34g Braunschweiger
Carbs 3.1g 2g Braunschweiger
Calories 327kcal 297kcal Braunschweiger
Calcium 9mg 7mg Braunschweiger
Iron 11.2mg 1mg Braunschweiger
Magnesium 11mg 15mg Bratwurst
Phosphorus 168mg 130mg Braunschweiger
Potassium 199mg 283mg Bratwurst
Sodium 977mg 848mg Bratwurst
Zinc 2.81mg 2.47mg Braunschweiger
Copper 0.24mg 0.08mg Braunschweiger
Manganese 0.155mg 0.041mg Braunschweiger
Selenium 58µg 14.1µg Braunschweiger
Vitamin A 14051IU 0IU Braunschweiger
Vitamin A RAE 4220µg 0µg Braunschweiger
Vitamin E 0.35mg Braunschweiger
Vitamin D 48IU Braunschweiger
Vitamin D 1.2µg Braunschweiger
Vitamin B1 0.249mg 0.38mg Bratwurst
Vitamin B2 1.525mg 0.213mg Braunschweiger
Vitamin B3 8.368mg 3.11mg Braunschweiger
Vitamin B5 3.38mg 0.69mg Braunschweiger
Vitamin B6 0.33mg 0.2mg Braunschweiger
Folate 44µg 4µg Braunschweiger
Vitamin B12 20.09µg 2.67µg Braunschweiger
Vitamin K 1.6µg Braunschweiger
Tryptophan 0.145mg 0.107mg Braunschweiger
Threonine 0.534mg 0.465mg Braunschweiger
Isoleucine 0.484mg 0.485mg Bratwurst
Leucine 1.032mg 0.81mg Braunschweiger
Lysine 0.909mg 0.903mg Braunschweiger
Methionine 0.311mg 0.364mg Bratwurst
Phenylalanine 0.553mg 0.405mg Braunschweiger
Valine 0.616mg 0.464mg Braunschweiger
Histidine 0.32mg 0.395mg Bratwurst
Cholesterol 180mg 78mg Bratwurst
Saturated Fat 9.307g 6.08g Bratwurst
Monounsaturated Fat 12.731g 8g Braunschweiger
Polyunsaturated fat 3.193g 1.58g Braunschweiger

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Braunschweiger Bratwurst
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
357%
Braunschweiger
52%
Bratwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
114%
Braunschweiger
42%
Bratwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Braunschweiger
Braunschweiger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Braunschweiger
Braunschweiger is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Braunschweiger
Braunschweiger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Braunschweiger
Braunschweiger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bratwurst
Bratwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 129mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bratwurst
Bratwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 102mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Bratwurst
Bratwurst is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.227g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Braunschweiger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171621/nutrients
  2. Bratwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172956/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.