Bratwurst vs. Headcheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between bratwurst and headcheese?
- Bratwurst is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B3, zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and potassium, yet headcheese is richer in iron.
- Bratwurst's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 68% higher.
- Bratwurst has 141 times more selenium than headcheese. Bratwurst has 14.1µg of selenium, while headcheese has 0.1µg.
- Headcheese contains less saturated fat.
- Headcheese has a lower glycemic index than bratwurst.
We used Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked and Headcheese, pork 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +812.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +154.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +132.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -9.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +128.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +52.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1552.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +606.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +154.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.2 g
Fats:
26.34 g
Carbs:
2 g
Water:
56.65 g
Other:
2.81 g
Protein:
13.83 g
Fats:
10.9 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
73.84 g
Other:
1.43 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +141.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +96.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.08 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.58 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.402 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.134 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -44% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.67µg | 1.05µg | 68% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.38mg | 0.023mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 14.1µg | 0.1µg | 25% |
| Fats | 26.34g | 10.9g | 24% |
| Choline | 104.1mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.11mg | 0.44mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 0.97mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 14% | |
| Saturated fat | 6.08g | 3.402g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 56mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.115mg | 8% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 157kcal | 7% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 31mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.5mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8g | 5.601g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.122mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.9µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 37IU | 5% | |
| Sodium | 848mg | 941mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.58g | 1.134g | 3% |
| Protein | 12.2g | 13.83g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 69mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 2g | 0g | 1% |
| Folate | 4µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.465mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.485mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.81mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.903mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.405mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.464mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.395mg | 0% |
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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
48%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Headcheese is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Headcheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.678g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Headcheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Headcheese is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bratwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 93mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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