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Coleslaw vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between coleslaw and chorizo?

  • Coleslaw is richer in vitamin K, while chorizo is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, zinc, and vitamin B2.
  • Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 83% higher.
  • Chorizo has 44 times less vitamin K than coleslaw. Coleslaw has 70.9µg of vitamin K, while chorizo has 1.6µg.
  • Coleslaw is lower in sodium.
  • Coleslaw has a higher glycemic index (39) than chorizo (28).

We used Fast foods, coleslaw and Chorizo, pork and beef 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 5.7% 9% 11% 8.3% 5% 3.8% 8.6% 26% 13% 0%
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%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +275%
Contains less SodiumSodium -83.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +155%
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%

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 49% 9.3% 11% 0% 6.5% 4.6% 3.9% 15% 26% 1.3% 177% 0% 0%
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%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +145.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +4331.3%
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%

Macronutrient Comparison

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

Fat Type Comparison

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

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Coleslaw Chorizo
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 Coleslaw Chorizo DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 2µg 83%
Saturated fat 1.599g 14.38g 58%
Vitamin K 70.9µg 1.6µg 58%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.63mg 50%
Protein 0.95g 24.1g 46%
Sodium 203mg 1235mg 45%
Fats 9.91g 38.27g 44%
Monounsaturated fat 2.671g 18.4g 39%
Selenium 21.1µg 38%
Vitamin B6 0.112mg 0.53mg 32%
Vitamin B3 0.206mg 5.131mg 31%
Zinc 0.14mg 3.41mg 30%
Cholesterol 4mg 88mg 28%
Vitamin B2 0.02mg 0.3mg 22%
Phosphorus 20mg 150mg 19%
Choline 96.7mg 18%
Iron 0.22mg 1.59mg 17%
Vitamin B5 0.246mg 1.12mg 17%
Vitamin C 14.6mg 0mg 16%
Calories 153kcal 455kcal 15%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.348g 3.46g 13%
Vitamin D 1.5µg 8%
Potassium 129mg 398mg 8%
Fiber 1.9g 0g 8%
Vitamin D 61IU 8%
Copper 0.015mg 0.08mg 7%
Carbs 14.89g 1.86g 4%
Manganese 0.102mg 0.04mg 3%
Vitamin A 28µg 0µg 3%
Calcium 30mg 8mg 2%
Fructose 1.44g 2%
Vitamin E 0.54mg 0.22mg 2%
Magnesium 8mg 18mg 2%
Folate 2µg 1%
Net carbs 12.99g 1.86g N/A
Sugar 12.19g 0g 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 0.006g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g 0g 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
Coleslaw Chorizo
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
23%
Coleslaw
65%
Chorizo
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Coleslaw
58%
Chorizo

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. Coleslaw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170300/nutrients
  2. Chorizo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173859/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.