Chorizo vs. Pork bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Chorizo and Pork bacon different?
- Chorizo is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B6, however, Pork bacon is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, and Copper.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Pork bacon is 69% higher.
- Chorizo contains 2 times more Vitamin B1 than Pork bacon. While Chorizo contains 0.63mg of Vitamin B1, Pork bacon contains only 0.348mg.
- Chorizo has less Cholesterol.
Chorizo, pork and beef and Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked 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 less SodiumSodium | -43.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +81.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +237.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +179.6% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +81% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +71.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +72.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +107% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +23.4% |
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:
35.73 g
Fats:
43.27 g
Carbs:
1.35 g
Water:
12.52 g
Other:
7.13 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +154.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.9% |
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
14.187 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
19.065 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.859 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.4% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~14.187g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~19.065g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 455kcal | 548kcal |
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| Protein | 24.1g | 35.73g |
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| Fats | 38.27g | 43.27g |
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| Net carbs | 1.86g | 1.35g |
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| Carbs | 1.86g | 1.35g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 107mg |
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| Vitamin D | 61IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 10mg |
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| Potassium | 398mg | 539mg |
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| Iron | 1.59mg | 1.49mg |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.182mg |
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| Zinc | 3.41mg | 3.36mg |
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| Phosphorus | 150mg | 506mg |
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| Sodium | 1235mg | 2193mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 37IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.32mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 21.1µg | 59µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.348mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.251mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 10.623mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 1.033mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.309mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 1.16µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 2µg | |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 119.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.38g | 14.187g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4g | 19.065g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 4.859g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.299mg |
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| Threonine | 1.473mg | 1.399mg |
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| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 1.676mg |
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| Leucine | 1.708mg | 2.782mg |
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| Lysine | 2.414mg | 2.964mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.795mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 1.417mg |
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| Valine | 0.914mg | 1.901mg |
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| Histidine | 0.721mg | 1.343mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.21g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.199g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.088g |
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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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.193g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chorizo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chorizo contains less Sodium (difference - 958mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.