Lamb vs. Pork hock — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Lamb and Pork hock
- The amount of Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Zinc, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Iron, Potassium, and Vitamin B5 in Lamb is higher than in Pork hock.
- Lamb covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 85% more than Pork hock.
- Pork hock has 7 times less Potassium than Lamb. Lamb has 310mg of Potassium, while Pork hock has 47mg.
- Pork hock contains less Saturated Fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Pork, pickled pork hocks.
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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 | +283.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +559.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +45.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +213.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11.8% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +267.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +505.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +91.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +103.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1700% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +21.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +98.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +184.1% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +71.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -63.4% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 294kcal | 171kcal |
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| Protein | 24.52g | 19.11g |
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| Fats | 20.94g | 10.54g |
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| Cholesterol | 97mg | 89mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 6mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 310mg | 47mg |
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| Iron | 1.88mg | 1.14mg |
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| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 4.46mg | 2.38mg |
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| Phosphorus | 188mg | 60mg |
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| Sodium | 72mg | 1050mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 76IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 23µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.022mg | |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 26.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.068mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 1.1mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.344mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.064mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0.51µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 18µg | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.113g |
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| Choline | 93.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.83g | 3.231g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.82g | 5.134g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 1.198g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.038mg |
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| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.516mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.325mg |
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| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0.841mg |
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| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0.822mg |
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| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.211mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.554mg |
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| Valine | 1.323mg | 0.478mg |
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| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.211mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.042g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.986g |
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| 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
52%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork hock is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork hock is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.599g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork hock is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 978mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)