Bratwurst vs. Meatball — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between bratwurst and meatball
- Bratwurst has more vitamin B12, vitamin B1, and zinc; however, meatball has more phosphorus, manganese, iron, fiber, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for bratwurst is 70% higher.
- Meatball has 3 times less vitamin B1 than bratwurst. Bratwurst has 0.38mg of vitamin B1, while meatball has 0.136mg.
- Meatball is lower in sodium.
- Bratwurst has a higher glycemic index than meatball.
Food types used in this article are Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked and Meatballs, frozen, Italian style.
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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 ZincZinc | +48.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +106.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1042.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +77% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +53.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -21.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +587.8% |
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 | +179.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +167% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +303% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +14.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.67µg | 1µg | 70% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.38mg | 0.136mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 239mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.58g | 3.346g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.282mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.77mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.3g | 9% |
| Sodium | 848mg | 666mg | 8% |
| Choline | 45.2mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 4µg | 36µg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 1.66mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 6.08g | 7.627g | 7% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 80mg | 7% |
| Fats | 26.34g | 22.21g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.123mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 0.924mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 66mg | 4% |
| Protein | 12.2g | 14.4g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 31mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8g | 9.188g | 3% |
| Selenium | 14.1µg | 15.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 2g | 8.06g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.25g | 1% | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 286kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 5.76g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 283mg | 296mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.11mg | 3.108mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.577g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.07g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.815g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 182mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Meatball is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Meatball is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Meatball is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bratwurst is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bratwurst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.547g)