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Beer vs. Barbecue chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between beer and barbecue chicken

  • Beer contains less selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and iron than barbecue chicken.
  • Daily need coverage for cholesterol for barbecue chicken is 42% higher.
  • Beer is lower in sodium.
  • Beer has a higher glycemic index than barbecue chicken.

Food types used in this article are Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin.

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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.
Beer
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 1.2% 2.4% 0.75% 1.7% 0.27% 6% 0.52% 1% 3.3%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 4.8% 23% 36% 26% 49% 93% 44% 0.65% 120%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98.8%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +60%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +250%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +300%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +844.4%
Contains more IronIron +4650%
Contains more CopperCopper +1440%
Contains more ZincZinc +17700%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1457.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +3566.7%

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.
Beer
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 5.8% 9.6% 2.5% 11% 2.5% 0% 4.5% 5.5%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 6.7% 9.2% 0% 14% 52% 107% 9.1% 44% 59% 0% 6% 34%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1000%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +808%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1017.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +270.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +315.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +2250%
Contains more FolateFolate +33.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +522.8%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Beer
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4% 92% 4%
Protein: 0.46 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 3.55 g
Water: 91.96 g
Other: 4.03 g
23% 15% 61%
Protein: 22.51 g
Fats: 15.08 g
Carbs: 0.12 g
Water: 61.41 g
Other: 0.88 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2858.3%
Contains more WaterWater +49.7%
Contains more OtherOther +358%
Contains more ProteinProtein +4793.5%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beer Barbecue chicken
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat 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 Beer Barbecue chicken DV% diff.
Protein 0.46g 22.51g 44%
Cholesterol 0mg 127mg 42%
Selenium 0.6µg 22µg 39%
Vitamin B3 0.513mg 5.732mg 33%
Phosphorus 14mg 218mg 29%
Fats 0g 15.08g 23%
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 0.47µg 19%
Saturated fat 0g 3.927g 18%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 6.446g 16%
Zinc 0.01mg 1.78mg 16%
Vitamin B2 0.025mg 0.227mg 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 2.038g 14%
Sodium 4mg 335mg 14%
Iron 0.02mg 0.95mg 12%
Vitamin B6 0.046mg 0.191mg 11%
Choline 10.1mg 62.9mg 10%
Calories 43kcal 226kcal 9%
Copper 0.005mg 0.077mg 8%
Potassium 27mg 255mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0.055mg 4%
Magnesium 6mg 21mg 4%
Vitamin E 0mg 0.46mg 3%
Vitamin A 0µg 20µg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.041mg 0.152mg 2%
Carbs 3.55g 0.12g 1%
Folate 6µg 8µg 1%
Calcium 4mg 16mg 1%
Net carbs 3.55g 0.12g N/A
Sugar 0g 0.12g N/A
Manganese 0.008mg 0.005mg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.078g N/A
Tryptophan 0mg 0.173mg 0%
Threonine 0mg 0.657mg 0%
Isoleucine 0mg 0.853mg 0%
Leucine 0mg 1.549mg 0%
Lysine 0mg 1.75mg 0%
Methionine 0mg 0.565mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0mg 0.69mg 0%
Valine 0mg 0.935mg 0%
Histidine 0mg 0.592mg 0%
Fructose 0g 0.04g 0%
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.011g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Beer Barbecue chicken
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
3%
Beer
26%
Barbecue chicken
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Beer
41%
Barbecue chicken

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beer
Beer is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 331mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.927g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 94)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Barbecue chicken
Barbecue chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barbecue chicken
Barbecue chicken 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. Beer - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168746/nutrients
  2. Barbecue chicken - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171127/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.