Meatball vs. Headcheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between meatball and headcheese?
- Meatball is richer in selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, fiber, vitamin B2, and folate, yet headcheese is richer in choline.
- Meatball's daily need coverage for selenium is 28% higher.
- Headcheese contains less saturated fat.
We used Meatballs, frozen, Italian style and Headcheese, 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 | +244.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +854.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +71.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +326.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +15200% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +491.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +606.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +141.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1700% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +130.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.4 g
Fats:
22.21 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
53.67 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
13.83 g
Fats:
10.9 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
73.84 g
Other:
1.43 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +103.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.6% |
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Protein
~13.83g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.627 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.346 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.402 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.134 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +64% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +195.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.4% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 15.3µg | 0.1µg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 239mg | 56mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 7.627g | 3.402g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.924mg | 18% | |
| Fats | 22.21g | 10.9g | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.108mg | 0.44mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.346g | 1.134g | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.282mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 666mg | 941mg | 12% |
| Choline | 45.2mg | 104.1mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.136mg | 0.023mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.188g | 5.601g | 9% |
| Folate | 36µg | 2µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.115mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 0g | 9% |
| Potassium | 296mg | 31mg | 8% |
| Calories | 286kcal | 157kcal | 6% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 16mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 0.97mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 31mg | 9mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 37IU | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.9µg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 3.4µg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.5mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 8.06g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 1.05µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Protein | 14.4g | 13.83g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.25mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 69mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.25g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.76g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.47g | 0g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.122mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.577g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.07g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.815g | N/A |
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
36%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 275mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Meatball is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Headcheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Headcheese is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.225g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)