Chicken thigh vs. Bratwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken thigh and bratwurst different?
- Chicken thigh is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, selenium, and phosphorus; however, bratwurst is richer in vitamin B12 and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for bratwurst is 98% higher.
- Chicken thigh contains 2 times more vitamin B3 than bratwurst. While chicken thigh contains 7.12mg of vitamin B3, bratwurst contains only 3.11mg.
- Bratwurst has less cholesterol.
- Chicken thigh has a lower glycemic index (0) than bratwurst (28).
Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried and Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +73.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +85.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +45.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +128.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +86.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +331.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +709.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.18 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
12.2 g
Fats:
26.34 g
Carbs:
2 g
Water:
56.65 g
Other:
2.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +131% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +69.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +172.8% |
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Water
~56.65g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.78 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.43 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.08 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.58 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +53.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +109.4% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 2.67µg | 98% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 848mg | 33% |
| Protein | 28.18g | 12.2g | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.12mg | 3.11mg | 25% |
| Fats | 10.3g | 26.34g | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.38mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 2.78g | 6.08g | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.2mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 20.5µg | 14.1µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.285mg | 0.69mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.82g | 8g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 199mg | 130mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 78mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.43g | 1.58g | 6% |
| Iron | 1.46mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Calories | 218kcal | 297kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.79mg | 2.47mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.255mg | 0.213mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 15mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 0.041mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 283mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Folate | 9µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 1.18g | 2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.18g | 2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.329mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.188mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.486mg | 0.485mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.115mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.384mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.778mg | 0.364mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.121mg | 0.405mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.397mg | 0.464mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.874mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.05g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.03g | 0g | 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
33%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken thigh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken thigh contains less Sodium (difference - 753mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken thigh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken thigh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken thigh is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken thigh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bratwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.