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Corned beef vs. Liverwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Corned beef and Liverwurst different?

  • Corned beef is richer in Zinc, while Liverwurst is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Selenium, Vitamin B1, and Phosphorus.
  • Liverwurst covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 493% more than Corned beef.
  • Corned beef contains 2 times more Zinc than Liverwurst. Corned beef contains 4.58mg of Zinc, while Liverwurst contains 2.3mg.
  • Corned beef is lower in Saturated Fat.

Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Liverwurst spread 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 Zinc +99.1%
Contains more Calcium +175%
Contains more Iron +375.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +84%
Contains more Potassium +17.2%
Contains less Sodium -28.1%
Contains more Copper +55.8%
Contains more Manganese +604.5%
Contains more Selenium +76.8%
Equal in Magnesium - 12
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 70% 9% 54% 13% 127% 125% 52% 3% 179%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 7% 332% 9% 99% 15% 92% 63% 80% 21% 317%
Contains more Zinc +99.1%
Contains more Calcium +175%
Contains more Iron +375.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +84%
Contains more Potassium +17.2%
Contains less Sodium -28.1%
Contains more Copper +55.8%
Contains more Manganese +604.5%
Contains more Selenium +76.8%
Equal in Magnesium - 12

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 B6 +21.1%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +946.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +505.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +41.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +602.4%
Contains more Folate +400%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +725.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 3% 0% 7% 40% 57% 26% 54% 5% 204% 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 819% 0% 0% 12% 68% 238% 81% 178% 44% 23% 1683% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +21.1%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +946.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +505.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +41.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +602.4%
Contains more Folate +400%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +725.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +46.8%
Contains more Water +11.7%
Contains more Fats +34.1%
Contains more Carbs +1153.2%
Equal in Other - 2.75
18% 19% 60% 3%
Protein: 18.17 g
Fats: 18.98 g
Carbs: 0.47 g
Water: 59.79 g
Other: 2.59 g
12% 25% 6% 54% 3%
Protein: 12.38 g
Fats: 25.45 g
Carbs: 5.89 g
Water: 53.53 g
Other: 2.75 g
Contains more Protein +46.8%
Contains more Water +11.7%
Contains more Fats +34.1%
Contains more Carbs +1153.2%
Equal in Other - 2.75

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -36.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +33.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +262.2%
39% 57% 4%
Saturated Fat: 6.34 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.67 g
40% 50% 10%
Saturated Fat: 9.925 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12.286 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.427 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -36.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +33.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +262.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corned beef Liverwurst Opinion
Net carbs 0.47g 3.39g Liverwurst
Protein 18.17g 12.38g Corned beef
Fats 18.98g 25.45g Liverwurst
Carbs 0.47g 5.89g Liverwurst
Calories 251kcal 305kcal Liverwurst
Sugar 0g 1.65g Corned beef
Fiber 0g 2.5g Liverwurst
Calcium 8mg 22mg Liverwurst
Iron 1.86mg 8.85mg Liverwurst
Magnesium 12mg 12mg
Phosphorus 125mg 230mg Liverwurst
Potassium 145mg 170mg Liverwurst
Sodium 973mg 700mg Liverwurst
Zinc 4.58mg 2.3mg Corned beef
Copper 0.154mg 0.24mg Liverwurst
Manganese 0.022mg 0.155mg Liverwurst
Selenium 32.8µg 58µg Liverwurst
Vitamin A 0IU 13636IU Liverwurst
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 4091µg Liverwurst
Vitamin E 0.16mg Corned beef
Vitamin D 4IU Corned beef
Vitamin D 0.1µg Corned beef
Vitamin C 0mg 3.5mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.272mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 1.03mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B3 3.03mg 4.3mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 2.95mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B6 0.23mg 0.19mg Corned beef
Folate 6µg 30µg Liverwurst
Vitamin B12 1.63µg 13.46µg Liverwurst
Vitamin K 1.5µg Corned beef
Tryptophan 0.119mg 0.151mg Liverwurst
Threonine 0.726mg 0.671mg Corned beef
Isoleucine 0.827mg 0.653mg Corned beef
Leucine 1.445mg 1.139mg Corned beef
Lysine 1.536mg 1.155mg Corned beef
Methionine 0.473mg 0.285mg Corned beef
Phenylalanine 0.718mg 0.617mg Corned beef
Valine 0.901mg 0.857mg Corned beef
Histidine 0.58mg 0.448mg Corned beef
Cholesterol 98mg 118mg Corned beef
Saturated Fat 6.34g 9.925g Corned beef
Monounsaturated Fat 9.22g 12.286g Liverwurst
Polyunsaturated fat 0.67g 2.427g Liverwurst

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corned beef Liverwurst
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
33%
Corned beef
262%
Liverwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
Corned beef
103%
Liverwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Liverwurst
Liverwurst is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Liverwurst
Liverwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 273mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liverwurst
Liverwurst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.585g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef
Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3)

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. Corned beef - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170200/nutrients
  2. Liverwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174596/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.