Chorizo vs. Canadian bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Chorizo and Canadian bacon?
- Chorizo is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Iron, however, Canadian bacon is richer in Selenium, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Potassium.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 67% more.
- Canadian bacon contains 5 times less Vitamin B12 than Chorizo. Chorizo contains 2µg of Vitamin B12, while Canadian bacon contains 0.43µg.
- Canadian bacon has less Saturated Fat.
We used Chorizo, pork and beef and Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried types 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 CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +183.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +97.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +151% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +106% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138.9% |
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 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +62.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +365.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +86.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +94.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
Protein:
28.31 g
Fats:
2.78 g
Carbs:
1.8 g
Water:
62.5 g
Other:
4.61 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1276.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +96.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.6% |
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Carbs
~1.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.255 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.485 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1366.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +613.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -92.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 455kcal | 146kcal |
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| Protein | 24.1g | 28.31g |
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| Fats | 38.27g | 2.78g |
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| Net carbs | 1.86g | 1.8g |
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| Carbs | 1.86g | 1.8g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 67mg |
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| Vitamin D | 61IU | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 7mg |
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| Potassium | 398mg | 999mg |
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| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.56mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 1.2g |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.063mg |
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| Zinc | 3.41mg | 1.73mg |
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| Phosphorus | 150mg | 309mg |
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| Sodium | 1235mg | 993mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.016mg |
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| Selenium | 21.1µg | 50.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.669mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 9.988mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.72mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.43µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g |
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| Choline | 96.7mg | 104.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.38g | 1.039g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4g | 1.255g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.485g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.332mg |
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| Threonine | 1.473mg | 1.226mg |
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| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 1.32mg |
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| Leucine | 1.708mg | 2.294mg |
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| Lysine | 2.414mg | 2.479mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.764mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 1.158mg |
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| Valine | 0.914mg | 1.41mg |
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| Histidine | 0.721mg | 1.134mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g |
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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
67%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
74%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Canadian bacon contains less Sodium (difference - 242mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.341g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Canadian bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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