Chorizo vs. Egg white — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chorizo and egg whites
- Egg whites have less vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, zinc, phosphorus, and iron than chorizo.
- Chorizo covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 80% more than egg whites.
- The glycemic index of chorizo is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Chorizo, pork and beef and Egg, white, raw, fresh.
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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 | +63.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +144.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1887.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +247.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11266.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +900% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +263.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.6% |
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 | +15650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4786.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +489.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +10500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +8690.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +22411.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +154.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +522.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +174.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.09µg | 80% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 0g | 65% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 0.17g | 59% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.004mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 166mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 0g | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.005mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 0.105mg | 31% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 0.03mg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 10.9g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0g | 23% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 52kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.19mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.08mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 15mg | 19% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 1.1mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.439mg | 11% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 0IU | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 163mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.023mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 0.73g | N/A |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 0.73g | 0% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 7mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.71g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.661mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0.806mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.686mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0.809mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Egg white is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Egg white contains less Sodium (difference - 1069mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Egg white is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg white is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.71g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins