Foie gras vs. Knackwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between foie gras and knackwurst
- Foie gras has more vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, selenium, copper, vitamin B5, and phosphorus; however, knackwurst is richer in vitamin B1.
- Foie gras covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 343% more than knackwurst.
- Knackwurst contains less cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef.
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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 | +536.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +733.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +566.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +471.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +80.4% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +696.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +288.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +183.3% |
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:
11.1 g
Fats:
27.7 g
Carbs:
3.2 g
Water:
55.3 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +58.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.3% |
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Protein
~11.1g
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
10.21 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.92 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +99.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +247.6% |
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 9.4µg | 1.18µg | 343% |
| Vitamin A | 1001µg | 0µg | 111% |
| Iron | 5.5mg | 0.66mg | 61% |
| Selenium | 44µg | 13.5µg | 55% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.06mg | 38% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 25.61g | 12.81g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 60mg | 30% |
| Fats | 43.84g | 27.7g | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.342mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 14.45g | 10.21g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.32mg | 18% |
| Folate | 60µg | 2µg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 200mg | 98mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.84g | 2.92g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.299mg | 0.14mg | 12% |
| Choline | 55mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 697mg | 930mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.17mg | 8% |
| Calories | 462kcal | 307kcal | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.92mg | 1.66mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 70mg | 11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 44IU | 6% | |
| Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.021mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 138mg | 199mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Protein | 11.4g | 11.1g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.51mg | 2.734mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 4.67g | 3.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.67g | 3.2g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.161mg | 0.138mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.507mg | 0.432mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.606mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.029mg | 0.874mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.863mg | 1.01mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.27mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.567mg | 0.501mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.719mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.303mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
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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
137%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Knackwurst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.24g)
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 - 233mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Foie gras is relatively richer in minerals
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 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.