Blood sausage vs. Foie gras — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between blood sausage and foie gras?
- Blood sausage is higher in iron, yet foie gras is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin A, selenium, copper, phosphorus, folate, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5.
- Foie gras's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 350% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in blood sausage is lower.
We used Blood sausage and Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked types in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +62.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1066.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +263.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +900% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +809.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +183.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +130% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +840% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
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:
11.4 g
Fats:
43.84 g
Carbs:
4.67 g
Water:
37.04 g
Other:
3.05 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +262% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32% |
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
14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.84 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +311.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +61.1% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~14.45g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 379kcal | 462kcal |
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| Protein | 14.6g | 11.4g |
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| Fats | 34.5g | 43.84g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.29g | 4.67g |
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| Carbs | 1.29g | 4.67g |
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| Cholesterol | 120mg | 150mg |
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| Vitamin D | 52IU |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 13mg |
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| Calcium | 6mg | 70mg |
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| Potassium | 38mg | 138mg |
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| Iron | 6.4mg | 5.5mg |
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| Sugar | 1.29g |
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| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.4mg |
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| Zinc | 1.3mg | 0.92mg |
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| Phosphorus | 22mg | 200mg |
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| Sodium | 680mg | 697mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 3333IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1001µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.3µg |
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| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.12mg |
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| Selenium | 15.5µg | 44µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.088mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.299mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 2.51mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 1.2mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.06mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 9.4µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 60µg |
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| Choline | 72.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 13.4g | 14.45g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 15.9g | 25.61g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.84g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.161mg |
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| Threonine | 0.57mg | 0.507mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.32mg | 0.606mg |
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| Leucine | 1.39mg | 1.029mg |
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| Lysine | 1.05mg | 0.863mg |
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| Methionine | 0.2mg | 0.27mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.82mg | 0.567mg |
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| Valine | 1.02mg | 0.719mg |
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| Histidine | 0.71mg | 0.303mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
25%
127%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Foie gras is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.29g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Foie gras is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Blood sausage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Blood sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Blood sausage is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.05g)
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 ($)