Canadian bacon vs. Blood sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Canadian bacon and blood sausage
- Canadian bacon has more selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin B6; however, blood sausage is higher in iron and vitamin B12.
- Blood sausage covers your daily need for iron, 73% more than Canadian bacon.
- Canadian bacon has 26 times more potassium than blood sausage. While Canadian bacon has 999mg of potassium, blood sausage has only 38mg.
- Canadian bacon has less cholesterol.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried and Blood sausage.
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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 | +237.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2528.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +57.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1304.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +60% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1042.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +855.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +732.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +44% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +132.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.31 g
Fats:
2.78 g
Carbs:
1.8 g
Water:
62.5 g
Other:
4.61 g
Protein:
14.6 g
Fats:
34.5 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
47.3 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +93.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1141% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.255 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.485 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.4 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
15.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1166.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +613.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.9 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
1.3 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +44.4% |
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.56mg | 6.4mg | 73% |
| Selenium | 50.4µg | 15.5µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 1.039g | 13.4g | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 9.988mg | 1.2mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.669mg | 0.07mg | 50% |
| Fats | 2.78g | 34.5g | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 309mg | 22mg | 41% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.255g | 15.9g | 37% |
| Potassium | 999mg | 38mg | 28% |
| Protein | 28.31g | 14.6g | 27% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 1µg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.485g | 3.46g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 120mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.04mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 993mg | 680mg | 14% |
| Calories | 146kcal | 379kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1.3µg | 6% |
| Choline | 104.8mg | 72.8mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 52IU | 5% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.73mg | 1.3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.185mg | 0.13mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.72mg | 0.6mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.8g | 1.29g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.8g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Calcium | 7mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.2g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.016mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Folate | 4µg | 5µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.332mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.226mg | 0.57mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.294mg | 1.39mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.479mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.764mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg | 0.82mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.41mg | 1.02mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.134mg | 0.71mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | N/A |
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
49%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
74%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Canadian bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.09g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.361g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Canadian bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Canadian bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Blood sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 313mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)