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Foie gras vs. Tarragon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Foie gras and Tarragon

  • Foie gras has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin A RAE, and Selenium, while Tarragon has more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Potassium, Vitamin B2, and Magnesium.
  • Foie gras covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 392% more than Tarragon.
  • Foie gras contains 10 times more Selenium than Tarragon. While Foie gras contains 44µg of Selenium, Tarragon contains only 4.4µg.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Spices, tarragon, dried.

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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 Selenium +900%
Contains more Calcium +1527.1%
Contains more Iron +487.3%
Contains more Magnesium +2569.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +56.5%
Contains more Potassium +2088.4%
Contains less Sodium -91.1%
Contains more Zinc +323.9%
Contains more Copper +69.3%
Contains more Manganese +6539.2%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 22% 207% 10% 86% 13% 91% 26% 134% 16% 240%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 342% 1212% 248% 135% 267% 9% 107% 226% 1040% 24%
Contains more Selenium +900%
Contains more Calcium +1527.1%
Contains more Iron +487.3%
Contains more Magnesium +2569.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +56.5%
Contains more Potassium +2088.4%
Contains less Sodium -91.1%
Contains more Zinc +323.9%
Contains more Copper +69.3%
Contains more Manganese +6539.2%

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 B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +26%
Contains more Vitamin C +2400%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +185.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +347.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +256.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +3916.7%
Contains more Folate +356.7%
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%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 252% 0% 0% 167% 63% 309% 168% 0% 557% 206% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +26%
Contains more Vitamin C +2400%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +185.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +347.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +256.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +3916.7%
Contains more Folate +356.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +505.5%
Contains more Water +378.6%
Contains more Protein +99.7%
Contains more Carbs +975.4%
Contains more Other +294.4%
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
23% 7% 50% 8% 12%
Protein: 22.77 g
Fats: 7.24 g
Carbs: 50.22 g
Water: 7.74 g
Other: 12.03 g
Contains more Fats +505.5%
Contains more Water +378.6%
Contains more Protein +99.7%
Contains more Carbs +975.4%
Contains more Other +294.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +5303%
Contains less Saturated Fat -87%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +340.2%
35% 63% 2%
Saturated Fat: 14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.84 g
31% 8% 61%
Saturated Fat: 1.881 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.698 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +5303%
Contains less Saturated Fat -87%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +340.2%

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 Tarragon
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Foie gras Tarragon Opinion
Net carbs 4.67g 42.82g Tarragon
Protein 11.4g 22.77g Tarragon
Fats 43.84g 7.24g Foie gras
Carbs 4.67g 50.22g Tarragon
Calories 462kcal 295kcal Foie gras
Fiber 0g 7.4g Tarragon
Calcium 70mg 1139mg Tarragon
Iron 5.5mg 32.3mg Tarragon
Magnesium 13mg 347mg Tarragon
Phosphorus 200mg 313mg Tarragon
Potassium 138mg 3020mg Tarragon
Sodium 697mg 62mg Tarragon
Zinc 0.92mg 3.9mg Tarragon
Copper 0.4mg 0.677mg Tarragon
Manganese 0.12mg 7.967mg Tarragon
Selenium 44µg 4.4µg Foie gras
Vitamin A 3333IU 4200IU Tarragon
Vitamin A RAE 1001µg 210µg Foie gras
Vitamin C 2mg 50mg Tarragon
Vitamin B1 0.088mg 0.251mg Tarragon
Vitamin B2 0.299mg 1.339mg Tarragon
Vitamin B3 2.51mg 8.95mg Tarragon
Vitamin B5 1.2mg Foie gras
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 2.41mg Tarragon
Folate 60µg 274µg Tarragon
Vitamin B12 9.4µg 0µg Foie gras
Tryptophan 0.161mg Foie gras
Threonine 0.507mg Foie gras
Isoleucine 0.606mg Foie gras
Leucine 1.029mg Foie gras
Lysine 0.863mg Foie gras
Methionine 0.27mg Foie gras
Phenylalanine 0.567mg Foie gras
Valine 0.719mg Foie gras
Histidine 0.303mg Foie gras
Cholesterol 150mg 0mg Tarragon
Saturated Fat 14.45g 1.881g Tarragon
Monounsaturated Fat 25.61g 0.474g Foie gras
Polyunsaturated fat 0.84g 3.698g Tarragon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Foie gras Tarragon
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
138%
Foie gras
143%
Tarragon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
Foie gras
360%
Tarragon

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Tarragon
Tarragon contains less Sodium (difference - 635mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tarragon
Tarragon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tarragon
Tarragon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.569g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tarragon
Tarragon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tarragon
Tarragon is relatively richer in vitamins
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 - $6)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)

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. Tarragon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170937/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.