Chorizo vs. Carambola — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chorizo and carambola different?
- Chorizo is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B3; however, carambola is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for chorizo is 83% higher.
- Chorizo has a lower glycemic index (28) than carambola (45).
Chorizo, pork and beef and Carambola, (starfruit), raw 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 | +80% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +199.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1887.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2741.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3416.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +71.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
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 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1775% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1298.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +186.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3017.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1172.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2217.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11497% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +653.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +261.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +186.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61233.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1780.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0µg | 83% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 0.019g | 65% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 0.33g | 58% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 2mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.014mg | 51% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 0.03g | 46% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 1.04g | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.017mg | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 34.4mg | 38% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 0.6µg | 37% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 0.12mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 0.367mg | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.184g | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.016mg | 22% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 31kcal | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 12mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.08mg | 19% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 7.6mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.391mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.8g | 11% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 133mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 0IU | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.137mg | 6% |
| Folate | 2µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 6.73g | 2% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 3.93g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.98g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
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
65%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.98g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Carambola is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Carambola contains less Sodium (difference - 1233mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Carambola is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.361g)