Braunschweiger vs. Bratwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between braunschweiger and bratwurst?
- Bratwurst has less vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B2, selenium, vitamin B5, vitamin B3, and copper than braunschweiger.
- Braunschweiger's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 726% higher.
- Bratwurst contains less cholesterol.
We used Braunschweiger (a liver sausage), pork and Bratwurst, beef, and pork, smoked 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 CalciumCalcium | +28.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1020% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +278% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +311.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +36.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +616% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +169.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +389.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +652.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1000% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +52.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.5 g
Fats:
28.5 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
3.3 g
Protein:
12.2 g
Fats:
26.34 g
Carbs:
2 g
Water:
56.65 g
Other:
2.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +55% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12% |
~equal in
Fats
~26.34g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.731 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.193 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.08 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.58 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +59.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +102.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -34.7% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 20.09µg | 2.67µg | 726% |
| Vitamin A | 4220µg | 0µg | 469% |
| Iron | 11.2mg | 1mg | 128% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.525mg | 0.213mg | 101% |
| Selenium | 58µg | 14.1µg | 80% |
| Vitamin B5 | 3.38mg | 0.69mg | 54% |
| Choline | 255.9mg | 47% | |
| Cholesterol | 180mg | 78mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.368mg | 3.11mg | 33% |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 9.307g | 6.08g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.731g | 8g | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.249mg | 0.38mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.193g | 1.58g | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.33mg | 0.2mg | 10% |
| Folate | 44µg | 4µg | 10% |
| Sodium | 977mg | 848mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 48IU | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 168mg | 130mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.155mg | 0.041mg | 5% |
| Protein | 14.5g | 12.2g | 5% |
| Fats | 28.5g | 26.34g | 3% |
| Zinc | 2.81mg | 2.47mg | 3% |
| Calories | 327kcal | 297kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 199mg | 283mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 2g | N/A |
| Calcium | 9mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.145mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.534mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.484mg | 0.485mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.032mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.909mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.311mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.553mg | 0.405mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.616mg | 0.464mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.32mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
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
382%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
114%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Braunschweiger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Braunschweiger is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Braunschweiger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Braunschweiger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bratwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 102mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bratwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 129mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bratwurst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.227g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)