Chorizo vs. Pork belly — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Chorizo and Pork belly
- Chorizo is richer than Pork belly in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B5, Iron, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Sodium from Chorizo is 52% higher.
- Chorizo contains 4 times more Vitamin B5 than Pork belly. Chorizo contains 1.12mg of Vitamin B5, while Pork belly contains 0.256mg.
- Pork belly contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Chorizo, pork and beef and Pork, fresh, belly, raw.
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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 | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +115.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +205.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +53.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +234.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +566.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +163.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
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 | +59.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +337.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +307.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +138.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +77.3% |
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:
9.34 g
Fats:
53.01 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
36.74 g
Other:
0.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +158% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +330.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.4% |
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
19.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
24.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.65 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -25.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +34.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +63.3% |
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 | 518kcal |
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| Protein | 24.1g | 9.34g |
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| Fats | 38.27g | 53.01g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.86g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.86g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 88mg | 72mg |
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| Vitamin D | 61IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 4mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 5mg |
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| Potassium | 398mg | 185mg |
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| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.52mg |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.052mg |
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| Zinc | 3.41mg | 1.02mg |
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| Phosphorus | 150mg | 108mg |
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| Sodium | 1235mg | 32mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 10IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.39mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.006mg |
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| Selenium | 21.1µg | 8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.396mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.242mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 4.647mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.256mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.84µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 1µg |
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| Choline | 96.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.38g | 19.33g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.4g | 24.7g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 5.65g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.278mg |
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| Threonine | 1.473mg |
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| Isoleucine | 2.206mg |
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| Leucine | 1.708mg |
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| Lysine | 2.414mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg |
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| Valine | 0.914mg |
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| Histidine | 0.721mg |
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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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork belly is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork belly contains less Sodium (difference - 1203mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork belly is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chorizo is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.95g)
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 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 ($)