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Nattō vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between nattō and pepperoni

  • Nattō has more iron, copper, magnesium, and fiber; however, pepperoni is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B3.
  • Nattō covers your daily iron needs 91% more than pepperoni.
  • Nattō contains less saturated fat.
  • Nattō has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of nattō is 56, while the glycemic index of pepperoni is 28.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Natto and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.

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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.
Nattō
8
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 82% 65% 64% 323% 222% 83% 75% 0.91% 199% 48%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 5.7% 24% 50% 30% 67% 68% 206% 140% 158%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +538.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1042.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +166.1%
Contains more IronIron +546.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +633%
Contains more ZincZinc +24.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +42.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +229.5%
~equal in Phosphorus ~158mg

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.
Nattō
4
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 43% 0% 0.2% 0% 40% 44% 0% 13% 30% 0% 58% 6% 31%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 21% 20% 68% 59% 94% 56% 84% 163% 15% 3.8% 28%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +298.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +60%
Contains more CholineCholine +11.3%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +10200%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +69.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +35.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +332.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +178.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Nattō
3
19% 11% 13% 55% 2%
Protein: 19.4 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 12.68 g
Water: 55.02 g
Other: 1.9 g
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +974.6%
Contains more WaterWater +92.7%
Contains more FatsFats +320.7%
Contains more OtherOther +149.5%
~equal in Protein ~19.25g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Nattō
2
16% 24% 61%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.591 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.43 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.21 g
41% 48% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.458 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -91%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +39.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +754.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Nattō Pepperoni
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Nattō Pepperoni DV% diff.
Iron 8.6mg 1.33mg 91%
Saturated fat 1.591g 17.708g 73%
Sodium 7mg 1582mg 68%
Copper 0.667mg 0.091mg 64%
Fats 11g 46.28g 54%
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.3µg 54%
Monounsaturated fat 2.43g 20.77g 46%
Selenium 8.8µg 29µg 37%
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg 32%
Vitamin B3 0mg 4.987mg 31%
Magnesium 115mg 18mg 23%
Fiber 5.4g 0g 22%
Calcium 217mg 19mg 20%
Manganese 1.528mg 1.074mg 20%
Vitamin B6 0.13mg 0.362mg 18%
Calories 211kcal 504kcal 15%
Vitamin K 23.1µg 5.8µg 14%
Vitamin B5 0.215mg 0.93mg 14%
Vitamin C 13mg 0mg 14%
Potassium 729mg 274mg 13%
Polyunsaturated fat 6.21g 4.458g 12%
Vitamin B1 0.16mg 0.271mg 9%
Vitamin E 0.01mg 1.03mg 7%
Vitamin D 0µg 1.3µg 7%
Vitamin D 0IU 52IU 7%
Zinc 3.03mg 2.44mg 5%
Vitamin B2 0.19mg 0.257mg 5%
Carbs 12.68g 1.18g 4%
Phosphorus 174mg 158mg 2%
Folate 8µg 5µg 1%
Choline 57mg 51.2mg 1%
Protein 19.4g 19.25g 0%
Net carbs 7.28g 1.18g N/A
Sugar 4.89g 0g N/A
Trans fat 0g 1.527g N/A
Tryptophan 0.223mg 0.23mg 0%
Threonine 0.813mg 0.869mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.931mg 0.901mg 0%
Leucine 1.509mg 1.575mg 0%
Lysine 1.145mg 1.652mg 0%
Methionine 0.208mg 0.511mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.941mg 0.778mg 0%
Valine 1.018mg 0.987mg 0%
Histidine 0.512mg 0.688mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.02g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.018g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.04g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.136g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.605g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Nattō Pepperoni
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
20%
Nattō
47%
Pepperoni
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
Nattō
76%
Pepperoni

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.89g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nattō
Nattō is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nattō
Nattō contains less Sodium (difference - 1575mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nattō
Nattō is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.117g)
Which food is cheaper?
Nattō
Nattō is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nattō
Nattō is relatively richer in minerals

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Nattō - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172443/nutrients
  2. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.