Chicken gizzard vs. Lamb — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chicken gizzard and lamb?
- Chicken gizzard is richer in selenium and iron, yet lamb is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Chicken gizzard's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 91% higher.
- Chicken gizzard has 2 times more iron than lamb. Chicken gizzard has 3.19mg of iron, while lamb has 1.88mg.
- Lamb contains less cholesterol.
We used Chicken, gizzard, all classes, cooked, simmered and Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked 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 IronIron | +69.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +236.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +55.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +666.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +73.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +42.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +284.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +113.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +83.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +145.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260% |
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:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +681.3% |
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Carbs
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Other
~0.82g
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
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1570.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +327.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 370mg | 97mg | 91% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.04µg | 2.55µg | 63% |
| Saturated fat | 0.67g | 8.83g | 37% |
| Fats | 2.68g | 20.94g | 28% |
| Selenium | 41.1µg | 26.4µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.12mg | 6.66mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.528g | 8.82g | 21% |
| Iron | 3.19mg | 1.88mg | 16% |
| Protein | 30.39g | 24.52g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.353g | 1.51g | 8% |
| Calories | 154kcal | 294kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.13mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.161mg | 0.119mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 23mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.468mg | 0.66mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 179mg | 310mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 4.6µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.25mg | 3% |
| Folate | 5µg | 18µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.074mg | 0.022mg | 2% |
| Choline | 104.4mg | 93.7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 72mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 4.42mg | 4.46mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 189mg | 188mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.13g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 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 |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| 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
27%
52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
52%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 273mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken gizzard contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken gizzard is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.16g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken gizzard is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
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)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.