Blood sausage vs. Canadian bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between blood sausage and Canadian bacon
- Blood sausage has more iron and vitamin B12; however, Canadian bacon is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Blood sausage covers your daily need for iron, 73% more than Canadian bacon.
- Blood sausage has 13 times more saturated fat than Canadian bacon. While blood sausage has 13.4g of saturated fat, Canadian bacon has only 1.039g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Blood sausage and Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried.
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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 IronIron | +1042.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +237.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2528.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1304.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +60% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225.2% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +132.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +855.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +732.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +44% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.6 g
Fats:
34.5 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
47.3 g
Other:
2.31 g
Protein:
28.31 g
Fats:
2.78 g
Carbs:
1.8 g
Water:
62.5 g
Other:
4.61 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1141% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +93.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.4 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
15.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.255 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.485 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1166.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +613.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
1.3 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.9 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +44.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 6.4mg | 0.56mg | 73% |
| Selenium | 15.5µg | 50.4µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 13.4g | 1.039g | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 9.988mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.669mg | 50% |
| Fats | 34.5g | 2.78g | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 22mg | 309mg | 41% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 15.9g | 1.255g | 37% |
| Potassium | 38mg | 999mg | 28% |
| Protein | 14.6g | 28.31g | 27% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 0.43µg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.485g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 67mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.28mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 680mg | 993mg | 14% |
| Calories | 379kcal | 146kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0.2µg | 6% |
| Choline | 72.8mg | 104.8mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 52IU | 9IU | 5% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 27mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.3mg | 1.73mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.185mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 0.41mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.72mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.29g | 1.8g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.29g | 1.8g | N/A |
| Calcium | 6mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 1.2g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Folate | 5µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.332mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.57mg | 1.226mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.32mg | 1.32mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.39mg | 2.294mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.05mg | 2.479mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.2mg | 0.764mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.82mg | 1.158mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.02mg | 1.41mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.71mg | 1.134mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
24%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
74%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Canadian bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.09g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.361g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Canadian bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Canadian bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Blood sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 313mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)