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Corned beef vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between corned beef and roquefort?

  • Corned beef is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, while roquefort is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and vitamin A.
  • Roquefort's daily need coverage for calcium is 65% higher.
  • Roquefort has 3 times less vitamin B12 than corned beef. Corned beef has 1.63µg of vitamin B12, while roquefort has 0.64µg.
  • Corned beef is lower in sodium.
  • Roquefort has a higher glycemic index (27) than corned beef (0).

We used Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Cheese, roquefort 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 8.6% 2.4% 13% 70% 51% 125% 54% 127% 2.9% 179%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 199% 8% 21% 11% 57% 168% 236% 3.9% 79%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +59.3%
Contains more IronIron +232.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +352.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +120.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -46.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +126.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +150%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +8175%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +213.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +36.4%

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.
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% 3.2% 1.5% 6.5% 39% 57% 25% 53% 204% 3.8% 4.5% 38%
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% 98% 0% 0% 10% 135% 14% 104% 29% 80% 0% 37% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +312.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +85.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +154.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +53.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +244.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +312.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +716.7%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 19% 60% 3%
Protein: 18.17 g
Fats: 18.98 g
Carbs: 0.47 g
Water: 59.79 g
Other: 2.59 g
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more WaterWater +51.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +18.5%
Contains more FatsFats +61.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +325.5%
Contains more OtherOther +148.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
39% 57% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.67 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 19.263 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.32 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -67.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +97%
~equal in Monounsaturated fat ~8.474g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Corned beef Roquefort
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corned beef Roquefort DV% diff.
Calcium 8mg 662mg 65%
Saturated fat 6.34g 19.263g 59%
Vitamin B12 1.63µg 0.64µg 41%
Phosphorus 125mg 392mg 38%
Sodium 973mg 1809mg 36%
Selenium 32.8µg 14.5µg 33%
Vitamin A 0µg 294µg 33%
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.586mg 32%
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 1.731mg 26%
Zinc 4.58mg 2.08mg 23%
Fats 18.98g 30.64g 18%
Iron 1.86mg 0.56mg 16%
Vitamin B3 3.03mg 0.734mg 14%
Choline 69.2mg 13%
Copper 0.154mg 0.034mg 13%
Folate 6µg 49µg 11%
Vitamin B6 0.23mg 0.124mg 8%
Protein 18.17g 21.54g 7%
Calories 251kcal 369kcal 6%
Magnesium 12mg 30mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.67g 1.32g 4%
Cholesterol 98mg 90mg 3%
Potassium 145mg 91mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 9.22g 8.474g 2%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.04mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.16mg 1%
Vitamin D 4IU 1%
Carbs 0.47g 2g 1%
Net carbs 0.47g 2g N/A
Manganese 0.022mg 0.03mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.119mg 0.303mg 0%
Threonine 0.726mg 0.965mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.827mg 1.217mg 0%
Leucine 1.445mg 2.114mg 0%
Lysine 1.536mg 1.848mg 0%
Methionine 0.473mg 0.558mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.718mg 1.023mg 0%
Valine 0.901mg 1.614mg 0%
Histidine 0.58mg 0.602mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corned beef Roquefort
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
33%
Corned beef
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
Corned beef
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corned beef
Corned beef contains less Sodium (difference - 836mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.923g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef
Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.

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. Corned beef - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170200/nutrients
  2. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.