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Pork hock vs. Knackwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Pork hock and Knackwurst?

  • Pork hock is richer in Selenium, Zinc, and Iron, while Knackwurst is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B2.
  • Knackwurst's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 35% higher.
  • Knackwurst has 2 times less Selenium than Pork hock. Pork hock has 26.3µg of Selenium, while Knackwurst has 13.5µg.
  • Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol.

We used Pork, pickled pork hocks and Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef 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.
Pork hock
Pork hock
6
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4
Knackwurst
Knackwurst
Contains more Calcium +72.7%
Contains more Iron +72.7%
Contains more Zinc +43.4%
Contains more Copper +36.7%
Contains more Selenium +94.8%
Contains more Magnesium +83.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +63.3%
Contains more Potassium +323.4%
Contains less Sodium -11.4%
Equal in Manganese - 0.021
Pork hock
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 43% 5% 26% 5% 137% 65% 28% 3% 144%
Knackwurst
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 4% 25% 8% 43% 18% 122% 46% 20% 3% 74%
Contains more Calcium +72.7%
Contains more Iron +72.7%
Contains more Zinc +43.4%
Contains more Copper +36.7%
Contains more Selenium +94.8%
Contains more Magnesium +83.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +63.3%
Contains more Potassium +323.4%
Contains less Sodium -11.4%
Equal in Manganese - 0.021

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.
Pork hock
Pork hock
2
:
9
Knackwurst
Knackwurst
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +235.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +327.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +105.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +148.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +165.6%
Contains more Folate +100%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +131.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.32
Pork hock
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%
Knackwurst
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 12% 34% 0% 86% 33% 52% 20% 40% 2% 148% 4%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +235.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +327.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +105.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +148.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +165.6%
Contains more Folate +100%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +131.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.32

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pork hock
Pork hock
2
:
3
Knackwurst
Knackwurst
Contains more Protein +72.2%
Contains more Water +23%
Contains more Fats +162.8%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +15.9%
Pork hock
19% 11% 68% 2%
Protein: 19.11 g
Fats: 10.54 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 68.02 g
Other: 2.33 g
Knackwurst
11% 28% 3% 55% 3%
Protein: 11.1 g
Fats: 27.7 g
Carbs: 3.2 g
Water: 55.3 g
Other: 2.7 g
Contains more Protein +72.2%
Contains more Water +23%
Contains more Fats +162.8%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +15.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Pork hock
Pork hock
1
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2
Knackwurst
Knackwurst
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +149.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +143.7%
Pork hock
34% 54% 13%
Saturated Fat: 3.231 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.198 g
Knackwurst
39% 49% 11%
Saturated Fat: 10.21 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.92 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +149.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +143.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pork hock Knackwurst Opinion
Net carbs 0g 3.2g Knackwurst
Protein 19.11g 11.1g Pork hock
Fats 10.54g 27.7g Knackwurst
Carbs 0g 3.2g Knackwurst
Calories 171kcal 307kcal Knackwurst
Calcium 19mg 11mg Pork hock
Iron 1.14mg 0.66mg Pork hock
Magnesium 6mg 11mg Knackwurst
Phosphorus 60mg 98mg Knackwurst
Potassium 47mg 199mg Knackwurst
Sodium 1050mg 930mg Knackwurst
Zinc 2.38mg 1.66mg Pork hock
Copper 0.082mg 0.06mg Pork hock
Manganese 0.022mg 0.021mg Pork hock
Selenium 26.3µg 13.5µg Pork hock
Vitamin A 76IU 0IU Pork hock
Vitamin A RAE 23µg 0µg Pork hock
Vitamin E 0.17mg 0.57mg Knackwurst
Vitamin D 44IU Knackwurst
Vitamin D 1.1µg Knackwurst
Vitamin B1 0.08mg 0.342mg Knackwurst
Vitamin B2 0.068mg 0.14mg Knackwurst
Vitamin B3 1.1mg 2.734mg Knackwurst
Vitamin B5 0.344mg 0.32mg Pork hock
Vitamin B6 0.064mg 0.17mg Knackwurst
Folate 1µg 2µg Knackwurst
Vitamin B12 0.51µg 1.18µg Knackwurst
Vitamin K 0µg 1.6µg Knackwurst
Tryptophan 0.038mg 0.138mg Knackwurst
Threonine 0.516mg 0.432mg Pork hock
Isoleucine 0.325mg 0.639mg Knackwurst
Leucine 0.841mg 0.874mg Knackwurst
Lysine 0.822mg 1.01mg Knackwurst
Methionine 0.211mg 0.276mg Knackwurst
Phenylalanine 0.554mg 0.501mg Pork hock
Valine 0.478mg 0.639mg Knackwurst
Histidine 0.211mg 0.314mg Knackwurst
Cholesterol 89mg 60mg Knackwurst
Trans Fat 0.113g Knackwurst
Saturated Fat 3.231g 10.21g Pork hock
Monounsaturated Fat 5.134g 12.81g Knackwurst
Polyunsaturated fat 1.198g 2.92g Knackwurst
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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Pork hock Knackwurst
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
14%
Pork hock
35%
Knackwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
Pork hock
36%
Knackwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork hock
Pork hock is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork hock
Pork hock is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.979g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 120mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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. Pork hock - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169157/nutrients
  2. Knackwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173867/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.