Asparagus vs. Pork jowl — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between asparagus and pork jowl?
- Asparagus is richer in iron, copper, vitamin A, folate, and fiber, yet pork jowl is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Pork jowl's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 126% higher.
- Asparagus contains less saturated fat.
- Pork jowl has a lower glycemic index than asparagus.
We used Asparagus, raw and Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, jowl, raw 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 | +366.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +409.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +372.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3060% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.4% |
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 | +1166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +289.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +169.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +363.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +320.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +190% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +57908.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +213.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16120% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 25.26g | 115% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 69.61g | 107% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 32.89g | 82% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 8.11g | 54% |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 35% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.82µg | 34% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 655kcal | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 90mg | 30% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 0.42mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 4.535mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.386mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.04mg | 17% |
| Folate | 52µg | 1µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 6.38g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.005mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.236mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 0.29mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 86mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.84mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 202mg | 148mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 0g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 1.5µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.168mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.446mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.528mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
25%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
25%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork jowl is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork jowl is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork jowl is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.22g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Asparagus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Asparagus is relatively richer in vitamins