Ham vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Ham and Chorizo
- Ham has more Vitamin B1, and Phosphorus, however, Chorizo is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3.
- Chorizo covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 63% more than Ham.
- Ham has less Cholesterol.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pork, cured, ham, boneless, extra lean (approximately 5% fat), roasted and Chorizo, pork and 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.
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Phosphorus
+30.7%
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Manganese
+35%
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Magnesium
+28.6%
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Potassium
+38.7%
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Zinc
+18.4%
Equal in Calcium - 8
Equal in Iron - 1.59
Equal in Sodium - 1235
Equal in Copper - 0.08
Equal in Selenium - 21.1
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Phosphorus
+30.7%
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Manganese
+35%
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Magnesium
+28.6%
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Potassium
+38.7%
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Zinc
+18.4%
Equal in Calcium - 8
Equal in Iron - 1.59
Equal in Sodium - 1235
Equal in Copper - 0.08
Equal in Selenium - 21.1
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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Vitamin E
+13.6%
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Vitamin B1
+19.7%
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Folate
+50%
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Vitamin D
+87.5%
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Vitamin B2
+48.5%
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Vitamin B3
+27.5%
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Vitamin B5
+177.9%
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Vitamin B6
+32.5%
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Vitamin B12
+207.7%
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Vitamin K
+∞%
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Vitamin E
+13.6%
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Vitamin B1
+19.7%
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Folate
+50%
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Vitamin D
+87.5%
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Vitamin B2
+48.5%
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Vitamin B3
+27.5%
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Vitamin B5
+177.9%
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Vitamin B6
+32.5%
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Vitamin B12
+207.7%
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Vitamin K
+∞%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Water
+112.5%
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+11.5%
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Protein
+15.1%
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Fats
+592%
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Carbs
+24%
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+112.5%
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+11.5%
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Protein
+15.1%
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Fats
+592%
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Carbs
+24%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-87.4%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+602.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+540.7%
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Saturated Fat
-87.4%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+602.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+540.7%
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 1.5g | 1.86g |
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| Protein | 20.93g | 24.1g |
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| Fats | 5.53g | 38.27g |
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| Carbs | 1.5g | 1.86g |
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| Calories | 145kcal | 455kcal |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 8mg | |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.59mg |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 18mg |
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| Phosphorus | 196mg | 150mg |
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| Potassium | 287mg | 398mg |
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| Sodium | 1203mg | 1235mg |
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| Zinc | 2.88mg | 3.41mg |
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| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.08mg |
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| Manganese | 0.054mg | 0.04mg |
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 21.1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin D | 32IU | 61IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 1.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.754mg | 0.63mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.202mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.023mg | 5.131mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 1.12mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.53mg |
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| Folate | 3µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.65µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0.278mg |
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| Threonine | 0.931mg | 1.473mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.918mg | 2.206mg |
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| Leucine | 1.661mg | 1.708mg |
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| Lysine | 1.775mg | 2.414mg |
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| Methionine | 0.553mg | 0.47mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.904mg | 1.149mg |
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| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.914mg |
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| Histidine | 0.75mg | 0.721mg |
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| Cholesterol | 53mg | 88mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.81g | 14.38g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.62g | 18.4g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.54g | 3.46g |
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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
45%
68%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ham contains less Sodium (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ham is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ham is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.57g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)