Limburger vs. Foie gras — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Limburger and foie gras?
- Limburger is richer in calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2, yet foie gras is richer in vitamin B12, iron, selenium, vitamin A, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Foie gras's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 348% higher.
- Limburger has 7 times more calcium than foie gras. Limburger has 497mg of calcium, while foie gras has 70mg.
- Limburger contains less cholesterol.
We used Cheese, limburger and Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked 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 | +61.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +610% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +128.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +96.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4130.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1804.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +215.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +203.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +43.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +194.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1488.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +803.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +60.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +853.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -13.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +197.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.04µg | 9.4µg | 348% |
| Vitamin A | 340µg | 1001µg | 73% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 5.5mg | 67% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 44µg | 54% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.606g | 25.61g | 43% |
| Calcium | 497mg | 70mg | 43% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.4mg | 42% |
| Phosphorus | 393mg | 200mg | 28% |
| Fats | 27.25g | 43.84g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 150mg | 20% |
| Protein | 20.05g | 11.4g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.503mg | 0.299mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.158mg | 2.51mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.1mg | 0.92mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 16.746g | 14.45g | 10% |
| Calories | 327kcal | 462kcal | 7% |
| Sodium | 800mg | 697mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0.12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.495g | 0.84g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Folate | 58µg | 60µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.49g | 4.67g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.088mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.49g | 4.67g | N/A |
| Potassium | 128mg | 138mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.49g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.177mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.289mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.739mg | 0.507mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.219mg | 0.606mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.093mg | 1.029mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.675mg | 0.863mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.619mg | 0.27mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.116mg | 0.567mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.439mg | 0.719mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.578mg | 0.303mg | 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
42%
137%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Limburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Foie gras contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Foie gras is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.296g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Foie gras is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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