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Chorizo vs. Arrowroot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Chorizo and Arrowroot?

  • Chorizo is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B6, while Arrowroot is higher in Folate.
  • Arrowroot's daily need coverage for Folate is 84% higher.
  • Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol.

We used Chorizo, pork and beef and Arrowroot, raw 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 Calcium +33.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +53.1%
Contains more Zinc +441.3%
Contains more Selenium +2914.3%
Contains more Iron +39.6%
Contains more Magnesium +38.9%
Contains more Potassium +14.1%
Contains less Sodium -97.9%
Contains more Copper +51.3%
Contains more Manganese +335%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 60% 13% 65% 36% 162% 93% 27% 6% 116%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 84% 18% 43% 41% 4% 18% 41% 23% 4%
Contains more Calcium +33.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +53.1%
Contains more Zinc +441.3%
Contains more Selenium +2914.3%
Contains more Iron +39.6%
Contains more Magnesium +38.9%
Contains more Potassium +14.1%
Contains less Sodium -97.9%
Contains more Copper +51.3%
Contains more Manganese +335%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +340.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +408.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +203.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +283.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +99.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Folate +16800%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 5% 45% 0% 158% 70% 97% 68% 123% 2% 251% 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2% 0% 0% 7% 36% 14% 32% 18% 62% 254% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +340.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +408.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +203.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +283.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +99.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Folate +16800%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +468.4%
Contains more Fats +19035%
Contains more Other +176.1%
Contains more Carbs +619.9%
Contains more Water +153.5%
24% 38% 2% 32% 4%
Protein: 24.1 g
Fats: 38.27 g
Carbs: 1.86 g
Water: 31.85 g
Other: 3.92 g
4% 13% 81%
Protein: 4.24 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 13.39 g
Water: 80.75 g
Other: 1.42 g
Contains more Protein +468.4%
Contains more Fats +19035%
Contains more Other +176.1%
Contains more Carbs +619.9%
Contains more Water +153.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +459900%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +3660.9%
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.7%
40% 51% 10%
Saturated Fat: 14.38 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.46 g
29% 3% 68%
Saturated Fat: 0.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.092 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +459900%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +3660.9%
Contains less Saturated Fat -99.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chorizo Arrowroot Opinion
Net carbs 1.86g 12.09g Arrowroot
Protein 24.1g 4.24g Chorizo
Fats 38.27g 0.2g Chorizo
Carbs 1.86g 13.39g Arrowroot
Calories 455kcal 65kcal Chorizo
Fiber 0g 1.3g Arrowroot
Calcium 8mg 6mg Chorizo
Iron 1.59mg 2.22mg Arrowroot
Magnesium 18mg 25mg Arrowroot
Phosphorus 150mg 98mg Chorizo
Potassium 398mg 454mg Arrowroot
Sodium 1235mg 26mg Arrowroot
Zinc 3.41mg 0.63mg Chorizo
Copper 0.08mg 0.121mg Arrowroot
Manganese 0.04mg 0.174mg Arrowroot
Selenium 21.1µg 0.7µg Chorizo
Vitamin A 0IU 19IU Arrowroot
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 1µg Arrowroot
Vitamin E 0.22mg Chorizo
Vitamin D 61IU 0IU Chorizo
Vitamin D 1.5µg 0µg Chorizo
Vitamin C 0mg 1.9mg Arrowroot
Vitamin B1 0.63mg 0.143mg Chorizo
Vitamin B2 0.3mg 0.059mg Chorizo
Vitamin B3 5.131mg 1.693mg Chorizo
Vitamin B5 1.12mg 0.292mg Chorizo
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 0.266mg Chorizo
Folate 2µg 338µg Arrowroot
Vitamin B12 2µg 0µg Chorizo
Vitamin K 1.6µg Chorizo
Tryptophan 0.278mg Chorizo
Threonine 1.473mg Chorizo
Isoleucine 2.206mg Chorizo
Leucine 1.708mg Chorizo
Lysine 2.414mg Chorizo
Methionine 0.47mg Chorizo
Phenylalanine 1.149mg Chorizo
Valine 0.914mg Chorizo
Histidine 0.721mg Chorizo
Cholesterol 88mg 0mg Arrowroot
Saturated Fat 14.38g 0.039g Arrowroot
Monounsaturated Fat 18.4g 0.004g Chorizo
Polyunsaturated fat 3.46g 0.092g Chorizo

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Chorizo Arrowroot
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
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
68%
Chorizo
35%
Arrowroot
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Chorizo
27%
Arrowroot

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 1209mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Arrowroot
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 14.341g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

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. Chorizo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173859/nutrients
  2. Arrowroot - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168490/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.