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Chorizo vs. Coleslaw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between chorizo and coleslaw?

  • Chorizo is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, zinc, and vitamin B2, while coleslaw is higher in vitamin K.
  • Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 83% higher.
  • Coleslaw has 25 times less vitamin B3 than chorizo. Chorizo has 5.131mg of vitamin B3, while coleslaw has 0.206mg.
  • Coleslaw is lower in cholesterol.
  • Coleslaw has a higher glycemic index (39) than chorizo (28).

We used Chorizo, pork and beef and Fast foods, coleslaw 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 2.4% 35% 60% 27% 93% 64% 161% 5.2% 115%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 9% 11% 8.3% 5% 3.8% 8.6% 26% 13% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +125%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +208.5%
Contains more IronIron +622.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +433.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +2335.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +650%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +275%
Contains less SodiumSodium -83.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +155%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 4.4% 23% 158% 69% 96% 67% 122% 250% 4% 1.5% 53%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 49% 9.3% 11% 0% 6.5% 4.6% 3.9% 15% 26% 1.3% 177% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +2323.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1400%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2390.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +355.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +373.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +19900%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +145.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +4331.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
10% 15% 73%
Protein: 0.95 g
Fats: 9.91 g
Carbs: 14.89 g
Water: 73.42 g
Other: 0.83 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +2436.8%
Contains more FatsFats +286.2%
Contains more OtherOther +372.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +700.5%
Contains more WaterWater +130.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
40% 51% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.46 g
17% 28% 56%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.599 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.348 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +588.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -88.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +54.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chorizo Coleslaw DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2µg 0.01µg 83%
Saturated fat 14.38g 1.599g 58%
Vitamin K 1.6µg 70.9µg 58%
Vitamin B1 0.63mg 0.026mg 50%
Protein 24.1g 0.95g 46%
Sodium 1235mg 203mg 45%
Fats 38.27g 9.91g 44%
Monounsaturated fat 18.4g 2.671g 39%
Selenium 21.1µg 38%
Vitamin B6 0.53mg 0.112mg 32%
Vitamin B3 5.131mg 0.206mg 31%
Zinc 3.41mg 0.14mg 30%
Cholesterol 88mg 4mg 28%
Vitamin B2 0.3mg 0.02mg 22%
Phosphorus 150mg 20mg 19%
Choline 96.7mg 18%
Iron 1.59mg 0.22mg 17%
Vitamin B5 1.12mg 0.246mg 17%
Vitamin C 0mg 14.6mg 16%
Calories 455kcal 153kcal 15%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.46g 5.348g 13%
Vitamin D 1.5µg 8%
Potassium 398mg 129mg 8%
Fiber 0g 1.9g 8%
Vitamin D 61IU 8%
Copper 0.08mg 0.015mg 7%
Carbs 1.86g 14.89g 4%
Manganese 0.04mg 0.102mg 3%
Vitamin A 0µg 28µg 3%
Calcium 8mg 30mg 2%
Fructose 1.44g 2%
Vitamin E 0.22mg 0.54mg 2%
Magnesium 18mg 8mg 2%
Folate 2µg 1%
Net carbs 1.86g 12.99g N/A
Sugar 0g 12.19g N/A
Trans fat 0.037g N/A
Tryptophan 0.278mg 0%
Threonine 1.473mg 0%
Isoleucine 2.206mg 0%
Leucine 1.708mg 0%
Lysine 2.414mg 0%
Methionine 0.47mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.149mg 0%
Valine 0.914mg 0%
Histidine 0.721mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.279g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.979g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Chorizo Coleslaw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
65%
Chorizo
23%
Coleslaw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Chorizo
9%
Coleslaw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 84mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw contains less Sodium (difference - 1032mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coleslaw
Coleslaw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.781g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Coleslaw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170300/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.