Chicken gizzard vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken gizzard and chorizo
- Chicken gizzard has more selenium and iron; however, chorizo is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and vitamin B3.
- Chicken gizzard covers your daily need for cholesterol, 94% more than chorizo.
- Chicken gizzard has 2 times more iron than chorizo. While chicken gizzard has 3.19mg of iron, chorizo has only 1.59mg.
- Chorizo has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of chorizo is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Chicken, gizzard, all classes, cooked, simmered and Chorizo, pork and beef.
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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 | +112.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +101.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +85% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +94.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +122.3% |
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 FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2323.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +64.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +139.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +646.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +92.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
30.39 g
Fats:
2.68 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
67.93 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +113.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1328% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.67 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.353 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3384.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +880.2% |
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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| Cholesterol | 370mg | 88mg | 94% |
| Saturated fat | 0.67g | 14.38g | 62% |
| Fats | 2.68g | 38.27g | 55% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 1235mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.63mg | 50% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 18.4g | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.04µg | 2µg | 40% |
| Selenium | 41.1µg | 21.1µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.53mg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.353g | 3.46g | 21% |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 1.59mg | 20% |
| Calories | 154kcal | 455kcal | 15% |
| Protein | 30.39g | 24.1g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.12mg | 5.131mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.468mg | 1.12mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.161mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 4.42mg | 3.41mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 61IU | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.5µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.3mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 189mg | 150mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 398mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.86g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.074mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Choline | 104.4mg | 96.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.13g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g | 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
27%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chorizo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 282mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken gizzard contains less Sodium (difference - 1179mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken gizzard is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.71g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken gizzard is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken gizzard is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)