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Fettuccine vs. Liver — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between fettuccine and liver

  • The amount of vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folate, phosphorus, and vitamin B1 in liver is higher than in fettuccine.
  • Liver covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 778% more than fettuccine.
  • The amount of cholesterol in fettuccine is lower.
  • Liver has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of liver is 0, while the glycemic index of fettuccine is 47.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised.

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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 4.3% 8.4% 15% 23% 0% 2.7% 11% 22% 0% 0%
Liver
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 3% 13% 672% 211% 183% 103% 6.4% 39% 368%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +180%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +12%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +133.3%
Contains more IronIron +2886.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +6620%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +864%
Contains less SodiumSodium -70.5%

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% 9% 0% 23% 16% 34% 0% 12% 0% 0% 4.5% 0%
Liver
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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 79% 1802% 0% 0% 65% 507% 158% 286% 132% 2334% 0% 122% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +186.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +3037.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +368.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1040%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +2616.7%
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 3% 14% 75% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 2.7 g
Carbs: 14 g
Water: 75.2 g
Other: 1.9 g
Liver
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26% 4% 4% 64%
Protein: 26.02 g
Fats: 4.4 g
Carbs: 3.76 g
Water: 64.32 g
Other: 1.5 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +272.3%
Contains more WaterWater +16.9%
Contains more OtherOther +26.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +319.7%
Contains more FatsFats +63%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 41% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
Liver
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46% 20% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.41 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.63 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.05 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -36.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +42.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +162.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fettuccine Liver DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 18.67µg 778%
Vitamin A 5405µg 601%
Iron 0.6mg 17.92mg 217%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 2.196mg 164%
Selenium 67.5µg 123%
Cholesterol 14mg 355mg 114%
Vitamin B5 4.774mg 95%
Copper 0.634mg 70%
Zinc 0.1mg 6.72mg 60%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 8.435mg 41%
Protein 6.2g 26.02g 40%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.57mg 40%
Folate 6µg 163µg 39%
Phosphorus 25mg 241mg 31%
Vitamin C 23.6mg 26%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.258mg 14%
Manganese 0.3mg 13%
Fiber 2g 0g 8%
Sodium 166mg 49mg 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 1.05g 4%
Calories 99kcal 165kcal 3%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 3%
Carbs 14g 3.76g 3%
Fats 2.7g 4.4g 3%
Calcium 28mg 10mg 2%
Magnesium 6mg 14mg 2%
Saturated fat 0.9g 1.41g 2%
Potassium 168mg 150mg 1%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 0.63g 1%
Net carbs 12g 3.76g N/A
Sugar 1.3g N/A
Tryptophan 0.366mg 0%
Threonine 1.107mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.32mg 0%
Leucine 2.319mg 0%
Lysine 2.007mg 0%
Methionine 0.645mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.274mg 0%
Valine 1.607mg 0%
Histidine 0.708mg 0%
Omega-3 - DHA 0.03g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.04g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine Liver
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
7%
Fettuccine
422%
Liver
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
161%
Liver

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Liver
Liver is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Liver
Liver contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liver
Liver is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Liver
Liver is cheaper (difference - $3.7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Liver
Liver is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liver
Liver is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 341mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.51g)

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. Liver - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167863/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.