Brisket vs. Short ribs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between brisket and short ribs
- Brisket is richer in zinc, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and choline, yet short ribs are richer in vitamin B12, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for short ribs is 52% higher.
- Brisket contains 2 times more vitamin B5 than short ribs. Brisket contains 0.568mg of vitamin B5, while short ribs contain 0.252mg.
- Brisket contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean,, and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised and Beef, rib, shortribs, separable lean,, and fat, choice, cooked, braised.
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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 | +26.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +30.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30% |
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 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +125.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +23.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +33.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.82 g
Fats:
18.42 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
52.48 g
Other:
0.28 g
Protein:
21.57 g
Fats:
41.98 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
35.72 g
Other:
0.73 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +127.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +160.7% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.305 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.934 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.681 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.88 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.53 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +138% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +124.7% |
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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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 7.305g | 17.8g | 48% |
| Fats | 18.42g | 41.98g | 36% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.934g | 18.88g | 27% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.12µg | 2.62µg | 21% |
| Zinc | 6.69mg | 4.88mg | 16% |
| Protein | 28.82g | 21.57g | 15% |
| Selenium | 27.1µg | 20.8µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.087mg | 2.452mg | 10% |
| Calories | 289kcal | 471kcal | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.681g | 1.53g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.568mg | 0.252mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.282mg | 0.22mg | 5% |
| Choline | 109.8mg | 82.2mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 106mg | 94mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 27IU | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 175mg | 162mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.171mg | 0.15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.43mg | 2.31mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2.4µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.059mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 224mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 48mg | 50mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.181mg | 0.142mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.101mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.253mg | 0.981mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.192mg | 1.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.328mg | 1.823mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.717mg | 0.562mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.088mg | 0.852mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.367mg | 1.07mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.879mg | 0.688mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.016g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your 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
44%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Short ribs is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brisket contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brisket is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.495g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brisket is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brisket is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brisket is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)