Lamb shoulder vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Lamb shoulder and Mortadella?
- Lamb shoulder is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Copper, and Vitamin B5, yet Mortadella is richer in Vitamin B2.
- Mortadella's daily need coverage for Vitamin B2 is 11750% higher.
- Lamb shoulder has 2 times more Vitamin B3 than Mortadella. Lamb shoulder has 6.66mg of Vitamin B3, while Mortadella has 2.673mg.
- Mortadella contains less Cholesterol.
We used Lamb, domestic, shoulder, arm, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted and Mortadella, beef, pork 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 | +109.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +45% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +113.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +88.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.9% |
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 | +149.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +72.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +61100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.53 g
Fats:
20.24 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.92 g
Other:
1.31 g
Protein:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +120.6% |
~equal in
Water
~52.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.74 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.61 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.51 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +37.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +93.8% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~9.51g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 279kcal | 311kcal |
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| Protein | 22.53g | 16.37g |
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| Fats | 20.24g | 25.39g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 3.05g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 3.05g |
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| Cholesterol | 92mg | 56mg |
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| Vitamin D | 41IU |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 11mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 18mg | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 163mg |
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| Iron | 2.03mg | 1.4mg |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.06mg |
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| Zinc | 4.48mg | 2.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 183mg | 97mg |
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| Sodium | 65mg | 1246mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.03mg |
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| Selenium | 25.4µg | 22.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.119mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 153mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 2.673mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.71mg | 0.44mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 1.48µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 20µg | 3µg |
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| Choline | 72.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.74g | 9.51g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.3g | 11.38g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.61g | 3.12g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.263mg | 0.152mg |
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| Threonine | 0.964mg | 0.633mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.087mg | 0.708mg |
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| Leucine | 1.753mg | 1.213mg |
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| Lysine | 1.99mg | 1.262mg |
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| Methionine | 0.578mg | 0.394mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.917mg | 0.598mg |
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| Valine | 1.216mg | 0.735mg |
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| Histidine | 0.714mg | 0.52mg |
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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
47%
2747%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mortadella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb shoulder contains less Sodium (difference - 1181mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.77g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lamb shoulder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb shoulder is relatively richer in minerals
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.