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Falafel vs. Foie gras — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between Falafel and Foie gras

  • Falafel has more Manganese, and Magnesium, however, Foie gras is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, Selenium, Iron, and Vitamin B5.
  • Foie gras covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 392% more than Falafel.
  • Foie gras has 6 times less Magnesium than Falafel. Falafel has 82mg of Magnesium, while Foie gras has 13mg.
  • Falafel contains less Sodium.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Falafel, home-prepared and Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked.

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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 Magnesium +530.8%
Contains more Potassium +323.9%
Contains less Sodium -57.8%
Contains more Zinc +63%
Contains more Manganese +475.8%
Contains more Calcium +29.6%
Contains more Iron +60.8%
Contains more Copper +55%
Contains more Selenium +4300%
Equal in Phosphorus - 200
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 17% 129% 59% 83% 52% 39% 41% 86% 91% 6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 207% 10% 86% 13% 91% 26% 134% 16% 240%
Contains more Magnesium +530.8%
Contains more Potassium +323.9%
Contains less Sodium -57.8%
Contains more Zinc +63%
Contains more Manganese +475.8%
Contains more Calcium +29.6%
Contains more Iron +60.8%
Contains more Copper +55%
Contains more Selenium +4300%
Equal in Phosphorus - 200

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +65.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +108.3%
Contains more Folate +55%
Contains more Vitamin A +25538.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +25%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +80.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +140.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +311%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 6% 37% 39% 20% 18% 29% 70% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 200% 0% 0% 7% 22% 69% 48% 72% 14% 45% 1175% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +65.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +108.3%
Contains more Folate +55%
Contains more Vitamin A +25538.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +25%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +80.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +140.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +311%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +16.8%
Contains more Carbs +581.8%
Contains more Fats +146.3%
Contains more Other +25.5%
Equal in Water - 37.04
13% 18% 32% 35% 2%
Protein: 13.31 g
Fats: 17.8 g
Carbs: 31.84 g
Water: 34.62 g
Other: 2.43 g
11% 44% 5% 37% 3%
Protein: 11.4 g
Fats: 43.84 g
Carbs: 4.67 g
Water: 37.04 g
Other: 3.05 g
Contains more Protein +16.8%
Contains more Carbs +581.8%
Contains more Fats +146.3%
Contains more Other +25.5%
Equal in Water - 37.04

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +395.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +151.8%
14% 61% 25%
Saturated Fat: 2.383 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.16 g
35% 63% 2%
Saturated Fat: 14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.84 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +395.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +151.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Falafel Foie gras Opinion
Net carbs 31.84g 4.67g Falafel
Protein 13.31g 11.4g Falafel
Fats 17.8g 43.84g Foie gras
Carbs 31.84g 4.67g Falafel
Calories 333kcal 462kcal Foie gras
Calcium 54mg 70mg Foie gras
Iron 3.42mg 5.5mg Foie gras
Magnesium 82mg 13mg Falafel
Phosphorus 192mg 200mg Foie gras
Potassium 585mg 138mg Falafel
Sodium 294mg 697mg Falafel
Zinc 1.5mg 0.92mg Falafel
Copper 0.258mg 0.4mg Foie gras
Manganese 0.691mg 0.12mg Falafel
Selenium 1µg 44µg Foie gras
Vitamin A 13IU 3333IU Foie gras
Vitamin A RAE 1µg 1001µg Foie gras
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2mg Foie gras
Vitamin B1 0.146mg 0.088mg Falafel
Vitamin B2 0.166mg 0.299mg Foie gras
Vitamin B3 1.044mg 2.51mg Foie gras
Vitamin B5 0.292mg 1.2mg Foie gras
Vitamin B6 0.125mg 0.06mg Falafel
Folate 93µg 60µg Falafel
Vitamin B12 0µg 9.4µg Foie gras
Tryptophan 0.134mg 0.161mg Foie gras
Threonine 0.492mg 0.507mg Foie gras
Isoleucine 0.567mg 0.606mg Foie gras
Leucine 0.944mg 1.029mg Foie gras
Lysine 0.856mg 0.863mg Foie gras
Methionine 0.187mg 0.27mg Foie gras
Phenylalanine 0.707mg 0.567mg Falafel
Valine 0.562mg 0.719mg Foie gras
Histidine 0.364mg 0.303mg Falafel
Cholesterol 0mg 150mg Falafel
Saturated Fat 2.383g 14.45g Falafel
Monounsaturated Fat 10.171g 25.61g Foie gras
Polyunsaturated fat 4.16g 0.84g Falafel

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Falafel Foie gras
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
18%
Falafel
138%
Foie gras
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
Falafel
84%
Foie gras

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Foie gras
Foie gras is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 403mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Falafel
Falafel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.067g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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. Falafel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172455/nutrients
  2. Foie gras - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171100/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.