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Foie gras vs. Paprika — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between foie gras and paprika

  • Foie gras has more vitamin B12 and selenium; however, paprika is richer in vitamin A, iron, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B2, manganese, and potassium.
  • Paprika covers your daily vitamin A needs 918% more than foie gras.
  • Paprika contains less saturated fat.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Spices, paprika.

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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 9.3% 21% 12% 206% 133% 25% 86% 91% 16% 240%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 127% 69% 201% 793% 238% 118% 135% 8.9% 207% 34%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +598.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1269.2%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +227.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1552.2%
Contains more IronIron +284.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +78.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +370.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +57%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1225%

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 6.7% 334% 0% 0% 22% 69% 47% 72% 14% 1175% 0% 45% 0%
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 3% 821% 582% 0% 83% 284% 189% 151% 494% 0% 201% 37% 28%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +122.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +22.4%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +146.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +275%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +311.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +300.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +109.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +3468.3%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
14% 13% 54% 11% 8%
Protein: 14.14 g
Fats: 12.89 g
Carbs: 53.99 g
Water: 11.24 g
Other: 7.74 g
Contains more FatsFats +240.1%
Contains more WaterWater +229.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +24%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1056.1%
Contains more OtherOther +153.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
35% 63% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 14.45 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.84 g
18% 15% 67%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 7.766 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1410.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -85.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +824.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Foie gras Paprika DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 9.4µg 0µg 392%
Iron 5.5mg 21.14mg 196%
Vitamin E 29.1mg 194%
Vitamin A 1001µg 2463µg 162%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 2.141mg 160%
Fiber 0g 34.9g 140%
Vitamin B2 0.299mg 1.23mg 72%
Selenium 44µg 6.3µg 69%
Vitamin K 80.3µg 67%
Manganese 0.12mg 1.59mg 64%
Potassium 138mg 2280mg 63%
Monounsaturated fat 25.61g 1.695g 60%
Saturated fat 14.45g 2.14g 56%
Cholesterol 150mg 0mg 50%
Fats 43.84g 12.89g 48%
Vitamin B3 2.51mg 10.06mg 47%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.84g 7.766g 46%
Magnesium 13mg 178mg 39%
Copper 0.4mg 0.713mg 35%
Zinc 0.92mg 4.33mg 31%
Sodium 697mg 68mg 27%
Vitamin B5 1.2mg 2.51mg 26%
Vitamin B1 0.088mg 0.33mg 20%
Calcium 70mg 229mg 16%
Phosphorus 200mg 314mg 16%
Carbs 4.67g 53.99g 16%
Choline 51.5mg 9%
Calories 462kcal 282kcal 9%
Fructose 6.71g 8%
Protein 11.4g 14.14g 5%
Folate 60µg 49µg 3%
Vitamin C 2mg 0.9mg 1%
Net carbs 4.67g 19.09g N/A
Sugar 10.34g N/A
Tryptophan 0.161mg 0.07mg 0%
Threonine 0.507mg 0.49mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.606mg 0.57mg 0%
Leucine 1.029mg 0.92mg 0%
Lysine 0.863mg 0.69mg 0%
Methionine 0.27mg 0.2mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.567mg 0.61mg 0%
Valine 0.719mg 0.75mg 0%
Histidine 0.303mg 0.25mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.453g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Foie gras Paprika
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
137%
Foie gras
221%
Paprika
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
Foie gras
193%
Paprika

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Paprika
Paprika is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 150mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paprika
Paprika contains less Sodium (difference - 629mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Paprika
Paprika is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.31g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Paprika
Paprika is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Foie gras
Foie gras is cheaper (difference - $2.6)

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. Foie gras - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171100/nutrients
  2. Paprika - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171329/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.