Chorizo vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chorizo and flax seeds different?
- Chorizo is higher in vitamin B12; however, flax seeds are richer in copper, fiber, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for copper for flax seeds is 127% higher.
- Flax seeds have less sodium.
Chorizo, pork and beef and Seeds, flaxseed 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2077.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3087.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +104.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +260.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1425% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +328% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6105% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.4% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +86.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +40.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +161% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +168.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4250% |
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:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +357.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1452.7% |
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Other
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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
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +144.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +730.3% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 28.73g | 168% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 1.22mg | 127% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.3g | 109% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2.482mg | 106% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 392mg | 89% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 1.644mg | 85% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0µg | 83% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 642mg | 70% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 5.73mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 30mg | 52% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 3.663g | 49% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 7.527g | 27% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 255mg | 25% |
| Folate | 2µg | 87µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 3.08mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 398mg | 813mg | 12% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 18.29g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.161mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 28.88g | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 0IU | 8% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 4.34mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 25.4µg | 8% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 42.16g | 6% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 534kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0.473mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.985mg | 3% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 78.7mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 4.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 1.58g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.55g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0.896mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 1.235mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0.957mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 1.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A |
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%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flax seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 1205mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flax seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.717g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $3)
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.