Foie gras vs. Braunschweiger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Foie gras and Braunschweiger?
- Foie gras is richer in Copper, yet Braunschweiger is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Iron, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B3, Selenium, and Vitamin B6.
- Braunschweiger's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 445% higher.
- Foie gras has 2 times more Copper than Braunschweiger. Foie gras has 0.4mg of Copper, while Braunschweiger has 0.24mg.
- Braunschweiger contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Braunschweiger (a liver sausage), pork 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +677.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +205.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +321.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +183% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +410% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +233.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +181.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +113.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.4 g
Fats:
43.84 g
Carbs:
4.67 g
Water:
37.04 g
Other:
3.05 g
Protein:
14.5 g
Fats:
28.5 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.6% |
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Other
~3.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.84 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.307 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
12.731 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.193 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +101.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -35.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +280.1% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 462kcal | 327kcal |
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| Protein | 11.4g | 14.5g |
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| Fats | 43.84g | 28.5g |
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| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.67g | 3.1g |
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| Carbs | 4.67g | 3.1g |
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| Cholesterol | 150mg | 180mg |
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| Vitamin D | 48IU |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 70mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 138mg | 199mg |
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| Iron | 5.5mg | 11.2mg |
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| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.24mg |
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| Zinc | 0.92mg | 2.81mg |
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| Phosphorus | 200mg | 168mg |
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| Sodium | 697mg | 977mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3333IU | 14051IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1001µg | 4220µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.155mg |
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| Selenium | 44µg | 58µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.249mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.299mg | 1.525mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.51mg | 8.368mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 3.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.33mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 9.4µg | 20.09µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 60µg | 44µg |
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| Choline | 255.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.45g | 9.307g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 25.61g | 12.731g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.84g | 3.193g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.161mg | 0.145mg |
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| Threonine | 0.507mg | 0.534mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.606mg | 0.484mg |
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| Leucine | 1.029mg | 1.032mg |
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| Lysine | 0.863mg | 0.909mg |
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| Methionine | 0.27mg | 0.311mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.567mg | 0.553mg |
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| Valine | 0.719mg | 0.616mg |
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| Histidine | 0.303mg | 0.32mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
127%
340%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
114%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Foie gras is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Foie gras contains less Sodium (difference - 280mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Braunschweiger is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.143g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Braunschweiger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.