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Chicken gizzard vs. Emu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between chicken gizzard and emu

  • Chicken gizzard contains less vitamin B6, vitamin B5, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, selenium, and phosphorus than emu.
  • Chicken gizzard's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 80% higher.
  • The amount of cholesterol in emu is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Chicken, gizzard, all classes, cooked, simmered and Emu, full rump, cooked, broiled.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 2.1% 5.1% 16% 120% 54% 121% 81% 7.3% 9.7% 224%
Emu
Emu
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 24% 2.1% 29% 258% 95% 118% 138% 14% 4.7% 284%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +142.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -49.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +105.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1033.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +81%
Contains more IronIron +116%
Contains more CopperCopper +77%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +70.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +26.8%
~equal in Zinc ~4.32mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 4% 0% 6.5% 48% 59% 28% 16% 130% 0% 3.8% 57%
Emu
Emu
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 1% 5.2% 0% 108% 149% 198% 219% 228% 275% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +30%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1553.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +207.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +238.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +679.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1290.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +111.5%
Contains more FolateFolate +100%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
30% 3% 68%
Protein: 30.39 g
Fats: 2.68 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 67.93 g
Other: 0 g
Emu
Emu
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34% 3% 62% 2%
Protein: 33.67 g
Fats: 2.68 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 61.97 g
Other: 1.68 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +10.8%
~equal in Fats ~2.68g
~equal in Carbs ~0g
~equal in Water ~61.97g
~equal in Other ~1.68g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
43% 34% 23%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.67 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.353 g
Emu
Emu
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34% 42% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.87 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.079 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.613 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -23%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +104.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +73.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chicken gizzard Emu
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chicken gizzard Emu DV% diff.
Cholesterol 370mg 129mg 80%
Vitamin B6 0.071mg 0.987mg 70%
Vitamin B5 0.468mg 3.647mg 64%
Vitamin B12 1.04µg 2.2µg 48%
Vitamin B3 3.12mg 10.569mg 47%
Iron 3.19mg 6.89mg 46%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.43mg 34%
Vitamin B2 0.21mg 0.645mg 33%
Selenium 41.1µg 52.1µg 20%
Phosphorus 189mg 323mg 19%
Choline 104.4mg 19%
Copper 0.161mg 0.285mg 14%
Protein 30.39g 33.67g 7%
Magnesium 3mg 34mg 7%
Potassium 179mg 324mg 4%
Sodium 56mg 110mg 2%
Manganese 0.074mg 0.036mg 2%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.353g 0.613g 2%
Monounsaturated fat 0.528g 1.079g 1%
Folate 5µg 10µg 1%
Saturated fat 0.67g 0.87g 1%
Calories 154kcal 168kcal 1%
Zinc 4.42mg 4.32mg 1%
Calcium 17mg 7mg 1%
Fats 2.68g 2.68g 0%
Vitamin E 0.2mg 0.26mg 0%
Vitamin A 0µg 3µg 0%
Trans fat 0.13g N/A
Tryptophan 0.222mg 0%
Threonine 0.965mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.094mg 0%
Leucine 1.859mg 0%
Lysine 1.981mg 0%
Methionine 0.638mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.961mg 0%
Valine 1.121mg 0%
Histidine 0.737mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.015g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.019g 0.003g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Chicken gizzard Emu
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet Equal
Low Carbs diet Equal
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Chicken gizzard
92%
Emu
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
Chicken gizzard
97%
Emu

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Emu
Emu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 241mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Emu
Emu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Emu
Emu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Emu
Emu is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken gizzard
Chicken gizzard contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken gizzard
Chicken gizzard is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.2g)
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 ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Chicken gizzard - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171457/nutrients
  2. Emu - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172834/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.