Bratwurst vs. Pork bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between bratwurst and pork bacon
- Bratwurst has more vitamin B12; however, pork bacon is richer in selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, copper, vitamin B6, and zinc.
- Pork bacon's daily need coverage for selenium is 82% more.
- Bratwurst contains 2 times more vitamin B12 than pork bacon. Bratwurst contains 2.67µg of vitamin B12, while pork bacon contains 1.16µg.
- Bratwurst contains less cholesterol.
- Bratwurst has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of bratwurst is 28, while the glycemic index of pork bacon is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked and Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -61.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +86.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +49% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +289.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +318.4% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +130.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +241.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +54.5% |
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:
35.73 g
Fats:
43.27 g
Carbs:
1.35 g
Water:
12.52 g
Other:
7.13 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +352.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +192.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +153.7% |
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
14.187 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
19.065 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.859 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +138.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +207.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 14.1µg | 59µg | 82% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.67µg | 1.16µg | 63% |
| Sodium | 848mg | 2193mg | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 506mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.11mg | 10.623mg | 47% |
| Protein | 12.2g | 35.73g | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 6.08g | 14.187g | 37% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8g | 19.065g | 28% |
| Fats | 26.34g | 43.27g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.58g | 4.859g | 22% |
| Choline | 119.3mg | 22% | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 548kcal | 13% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.182mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 107mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 3.36mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.309mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 539mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 1.033mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.49mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 30mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.38mg | 0.348mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.251mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.32mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Folate | 4µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 2g | 1.35g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 1.35g | N/A |
| Calcium | 7mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.107mg | 0.299mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.465mg | 1.399mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.485mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.81mg | 2.782mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.903mg | 2.964mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.364mg | 0.795mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.405mg | 1.417mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.464mg | 1.901mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.395mg | 1.343mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.21g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.199g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.088g | 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
48%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork bacon is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bratwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bratwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 1345mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bratwurst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.107g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)