Chorizo vs. Chocolate cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chorizo and chocolate cake
- Chorizo has more vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, zinc, selenium, and vitamin B5; however, chocolate cake is richer in copper.
- Chorizo covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 77% more than chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake has 13 times less vitamin B6 than chorizo. Chorizo has 0.53mg of vitamin B6, while chocolate cake has 0.041mg.
- Chocolate cake contains less sodium.
- Chocolate cake has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41, while the glycemic index of chorizo is 28.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Chorizo, pork and beef and Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +184.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +394.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +41.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +77.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +650% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +158.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +600% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +346.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +351.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +268.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1192.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1150% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1250% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +32.8% |
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:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +354.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +153.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +117.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2771% |
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
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +204.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.16µg | 77% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.141mg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 5.43g | 41% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 315mg | 40% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 5.3g | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.041mg | 38% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 15.1g | 36% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 6.039g | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 1.137mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 0.69mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 53.4g | 17% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 11.9µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.304mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.207mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.28mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 58mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 398mg | 140mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.213mg | 7% |
| Folate | 2µg | 27µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 106mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 128.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 60mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 2.761g | 5% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 371kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 51.8g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 1.61mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 920mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.95g)
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.