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Foie gras vs. Pork hock — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between Foie gras and Pork hock

  • The amount of Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, Iron, Copper, Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B5 in Foie gras is higher than in Pork hock.
  • Foie gras covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 370% more than Pork hock.
  • Pork hock has 44 times less Vitamin A RAE than Foie gras. Foie gras has 1001µg of Vitamin A RAE, while Pork hock has 23µg.
  • Pork hock contains less Saturated Fat.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Pork, pickled pork hocks.

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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 +268.4%
Contains more Iron +382.5%
Contains more Magnesium +116.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +233.3%
Contains more Potassium +193.6%
Contains less Sodium -33.6%
Contains more Copper +387.8%
Contains more Manganese +445.5%
Contains more Selenium +67.3%
Contains more Zinc +158.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 207% 10% 86% 13% 91% 26% 134% 16% 240%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 43% 5% 26% 5% 137% 65% 28% 3% 144%
Contains more Calcium +268.4%
Contains more Iron +382.5%
Contains more Magnesium +116.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +233.3%
Contains more Potassium +193.6%
Contains less Sodium -33.6%
Contains more Copper +387.8%
Contains more Manganese +445.5%
Contains more Selenium +67.3%
Contains more Zinc +158.7%

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 +4285.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +339.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +128.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +248.8%
Contains more Folate +5900%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1743.1%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.08
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.064
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 200% 0% 0% 7% 22% 69% 48% 72% 14% 45% 1175% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 5% 4% 0% 0% 20% 16% 21% 21% 15% 1% 64% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +4285.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +339.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +128.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +248.8%
Contains more Folate +5900%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1743.1%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.08
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.064

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +315.9%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +30.9%
Contains more Protein +67.6%
Contains more Water +83.6%
11% 44% 5% 37% 3%
Protein: 11.4 g
Fats: 43.84 g
Carbs: 4.67 g
Water: 37.04 g
Other: 3.05 g
19% 11% 68% 2%
Protein: 19.11 g
Fats: 10.54 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 68.02 g
Other: 2.33 g
Contains more Fats +315.9%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +30.9%
Contains more Protein +67.6%
Contains more Water +83.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +398.8%
Contains less Saturated Fat -77.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +42.6%
35% 63% 2%
Saturated Fat: 14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.84 g
34% 54% 13%
Saturated Fat: 3.231 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.198 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +398.8%
Contains less Saturated Fat -77.6%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +42.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Foie gras Pork hock Opinion
Net carbs 4.67g 0g Foie gras
Protein 11.4g 19.11g Pork hock
Fats 43.84g 10.54g Foie gras
Carbs 4.67g 0g Foie gras
Calories 462kcal 171kcal Foie gras
Calcium 70mg 19mg Foie gras
Iron 5.5mg 1.14mg Foie gras
Magnesium 13mg 6mg Foie gras
Phosphorus 200mg 60mg Foie gras
Potassium 138mg 47mg Foie gras
Sodium 697mg 1050mg Foie gras
Zinc 0.92mg 2.38mg Pork hock
Copper 0.4mg 0.082mg Foie gras
Manganese 0.12mg 0.022mg Foie gras
Selenium 44µg 26.3µg Foie gras
Vitamin A 3333IU 76IU Foie gras
Vitamin A RAE 1001µg 23µg Foie gras
Vitamin E 0.17mg Pork hock
Vitamin C 2mg 0mg Foie gras
Vitamin B1 0.088mg 0.08mg Foie gras
Vitamin B2 0.299mg 0.068mg Foie gras
Vitamin B3 2.51mg 1.1mg Foie gras
Vitamin B5 1.2mg 0.344mg Foie gras
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.064mg Pork hock
Folate 60µg 1µg Foie gras
Vitamin B12 9.4µg 0.51µg Foie gras
Tryptophan 0.161mg 0.038mg Foie gras
Threonine 0.507mg 0.516mg Pork hock
Isoleucine 0.606mg 0.325mg Foie gras
Leucine 1.029mg 0.841mg Foie gras
Lysine 0.863mg 0.822mg Foie gras
Methionine 0.27mg 0.211mg Foie gras
Phenylalanine 0.567mg 0.554mg Foie gras
Valine 0.719mg 0.478mg Foie gras
Histidine 0.303mg 0.211mg Foie gras
Cholesterol 150mg 89mg Pork hock
Trans Fat 0.113g Foie gras
Saturated Fat 14.45g 3.231g Pork hock
Monounsaturated Fat 25.61g 5.134g Foie gras
Polyunsaturated fat 0.84g 1.198g Pork hock
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.045g Pork hock
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.986g Pork hock
Omega-3 - ALA 0.042g Pork hock

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Foie gras Pork hock
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
138%
Foie gras
14%
Pork hock
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
Foie gras
46%
Pork hock

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork hock
Pork hock is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 61mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork hock
Pork hock is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.219g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Foie gras
Foie gras contains less Sodium (difference - 353mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Foie gras
Foie gras is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Foie gras
Foie gras is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Foie gras - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171100/nutrients
  2. Pork hock - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169157/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.