Italian sausage vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Italian sausage and Pepperoni?
- Italian sausage is richer in Vitamin B1, while Pepperoni is higher in Selenium, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Pepperoni's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 38% higher.
- Pepperoni has 2 times less Vitamin B1 than Italian sausage. Italian sausage has 0.623mg of Vitamin B1, while Pepperoni has 0.271mg.
- Italian sausage is lower in Cholesterol.
We used Sausage, Italian, pork, cooked and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced 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 less SodiumSodium | -53% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +129.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +52.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +312% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +70.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.12 g
Fats:
27.31 g
Carbs:
4.27 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.17 g
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +261.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +65.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +69.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~19.25g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.195 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
17.108 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.518 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +21.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26.7% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 344kcal | 504kcal |
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| Protein | 19.12g | 19.25g |
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| Fats | 27.31g | 46.28g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.17g | 1.18g |
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| Carbs | 4.27g | 1.18g |
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| Cholesterol | 57mg | 97mg |
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| Vitamin D | 41IU | 52IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 18mg | |
| Calcium | 21mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 304mg | 274mg |
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| Iron | 1.43mg | 1.33mg |
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| Sugar | 1.86g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 0.1g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.091mg |
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| Zinc | 2.39mg | 2.44mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 743mg | 1582mg |
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| Vitamin A | 16IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 1.03mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1µg | 1.3µg |
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| Manganese | 1.074mg |
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| Selenium | 22µg | 29µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.623mg | 0.271mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.233mg | 0.257mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.165mg | 4.987mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.33mg | 0.362mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 1.3µg | |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 5.8µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 5µg | |
| Trans Fat | 1.527g |
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| Choline | 78.2mg | 51.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.195g | 17.708g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 17.108g | 20.77g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.518g | 4.458g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.161mg | 0.23mg |
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| Threonine | 0.792mg | 0.869mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.731mg | 0.901mg |
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| Leucine | 1.343mg | 1.575mg |
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| Lysine | 1.522mg | 1.652mg |
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| Methionine | 0.486mg | 0.511mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.778mg |
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| Valine | 0.804mg | 0.987mg |
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| Histidine | 0.577mg | 0.688mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
47%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.86g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Italian sausage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Italian sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 839mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Italian sausage is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.513g)
Which food is cheaper?
Italian sausage is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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