Lamb loin vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lamb loin and chorizo
- Lamb loin is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, iron, and selenium, yet chorizo is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin D, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for chorizo is 51% higher.
- Lamb loin contains less saturated fat.
- Lamb loin has a lower glycemic index than chorizo.
Food types used in this article are Lamb, domestic, loin, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +38.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +193.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +850% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +530% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +72.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +381.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +62.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +188.2% |
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Protein
~24.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +90.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85% |
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 price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 64mg | 1235mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.63mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.53mg | 32% |
| Fats | 23.59g | 38.27g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.68g | 18.4g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 10.24g | 14.38g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.1mg | 5.131mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.87g | 3.46g | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.21µg | 2µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.65mg | 1.12mg | 9% |
| Calories | 309kcal | 455kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.5µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 61IU | 7% |
| Iron | 2.12mg | 1.59mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 24.6µg | 21.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.3mg | 5% |
| Folate | 19µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 180mg | 150mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 246mg | 398mg | 4% |
| Protein | 22.55g | 24.1g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 1.6µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 88mg | 2% |
| Choline | 88.4mg | 96.7mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.86g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 3.41mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.264mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.965mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.088mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.754mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.991mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.579mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.918mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.217mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.714mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb loin contains less Sodium (difference - 1171mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lamb loin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.14g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb loin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb loin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chorizo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.