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Lamb vs. Liverwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Lamb and Liverwurst

  • Lamb has more Zinc, and Vitamin B3, while Liverwurst has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, Iron, Vitamin B2, Selenium, Vitamin B5, and Vitamin B1.
  • Liverwurst covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 455% more than Lamb.
  • Lamb contains 2 times more Zinc than Liverwurst. While Lamb contains 4.46mg of Zinc, Liverwurst contains only 2.3mg.
  • The amount of Sodium in Lamb is lower.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Liverwurst spread.

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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 Magnesium +91.7%
Contains more Potassium +82.4%
Contains less Sodium -89.7%
Contains more Zinc +93.9%
Contains more Calcium +29.4%
Contains more Iron +370.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +22.3%
Contains more Copper +101.7%
Contains more Manganese +604.5%
Contains more Selenium +119.7%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 71% 17% 81% 28% 10% 122% 40% 3% 144%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 7% 332% 9% 99% 15% 92% 63% 80% 21% 317%
Contains more Magnesium +91.7%
Contains more Potassium +82.4%
Contains less Sodium -89.7%
Contains more Zinc +93.9%
Contains more Calcium +29.4%
Contains more Iron +370.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +22.3%
Contains more Copper +101.7%
Contains more Manganese +604.5%
Contains more Selenium +119.7%

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.
Lamb
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +54.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +172%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +312%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +347%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +46.2%
Contains more Folate +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +427.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 3% 3% 0% 25% 58% 125% 40% 30% 14% 319% 12%
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 B3 +54.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +172%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +312%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +347%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +46.2%
Contains more Folate +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +427.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +98.1%
Contains more Fats +21.5%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +235.4%
Equal in Water - 53.53
25% 21% 54%
Protein: 24.52 g
Fats: 20.94 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 53.72 g
Other: 0.82 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 +98.1%
Contains more Fats +21.5%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +235.4%
Equal in Water - 53.53

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -11%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +39.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +60.7%
46% 46% 8%
Saturated Fat: 8.83 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.51 g
40% 50% 10%
Saturated Fat: 9.925 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12.286 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.427 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -11%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +39.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +60.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lamb Liverwurst
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium 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 Lamb Liverwurst Opinion
Net carbs 0g 3.39g Liverwurst
Protein 24.52g 12.38g Lamb
Fats 20.94g 25.45g Liverwurst
Carbs 0g 5.89g Liverwurst
Calories 294kcal 305kcal Liverwurst
Sugar 0g 1.65g Lamb
Fiber 0g 2.5g Liverwurst
Calcium 17mg 22mg Liverwurst
Iron 1.88mg 8.85mg Liverwurst
Magnesium 23mg 12mg Lamb
Phosphorus 188mg 230mg Liverwurst
Potassium 310mg 170mg Lamb
Sodium 72mg 700mg Lamb
Zinc 4.46mg 2.3mg Lamb
Copper 0.119mg 0.24mg Liverwurst
Manganese 0.022mg 0.155mg Liverwurst
Selenium 26.4µg 58µg Liverwurst
Vitamin A 0IU 13636IU Liverwurst
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 4091µg Liverwurst
Vitamin E 0.14mg Lamb
Vitamin D 2IU Lamb
Vitamin D 0.1µg Lamb
Vitamin C 0mg 3.5mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.272mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B2 0.25mg 1.03mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B3 6.66mg 4.3mg Lamb
Vitamin B5 0.66mg 2.95mg Liverwurst
Vitamin B6 0.13mg 0.19mg Liverwurst
Folate 18µg 30µg Liverwurst
Vitamin B12 2.55µg 13.46µg Liverwurst
Vitamin K 4.6µg Lamb
Tryptophan 0.287mg 0.151mg Lamb
Threonine 1.05mg 0.671mg Lamb
Isoleucine 1.183mg 0.653mg Lamb
Leucine 1.908mg 1.139mg Lamb
Lysine 2.166mg 1.155mg Lamb
Methionine 0.629mg 0.285mg Lamb
Phenylalanine 0.998mg 0.617mg Lamb
Valine 1.323mg 0.857mg Lamb
Histidine 0.777mg 0.448mg Lamb
Cholesterol 97mg 118mg Lamb
Saturated Fat 8.83g 9.925g Lamb
Monounsaturated Fat 8.82g 12.286g Liverwurst
Polyunsaturated fat 1.51g 2.427g Liverwurst

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Lamb 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
52%
Lamb
262%
Liverwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
Lamb
103%
Liverwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Liverwurst
Liverwurst is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liverwurst
Liverwurst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb
Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb
Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 628mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb
Lamb is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lamb
Lamb is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.095g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb
Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Lamb
Lamb is cheaper (difference - $0.7)

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. Lamb - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172480/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.