Nutmeg vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between nutmeg and chorizo
- Nutmeg is richer in manganese, copper, fiber, and magnesium, yet chorizo is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for nutmeg is 124% higher.
- Chorizo contains less saturated fat.
- Nutmeg has a lower glycemic index than chorizo.
Food types used in this article are Spices, nutmeg, ground and Chorizo, pork and beef.
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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 | +916.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1183.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +58.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1218.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3700% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +82.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +426.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +295% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +231.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +998.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2550% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +312.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +411.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.2% |
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Fats
~38.27g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -44.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +471.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +888.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.04mg | 124% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.08mg | 105% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 0g | 83% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2µg | 83% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 14.38g | 53% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1235mg | 53% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 18mg | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 18.4g | 38% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 24.1g | 37% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 21.1µg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 88mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.53mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.63mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 5.131mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 3.46g | 21% |
| Folate | 76µg | 2µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.3mg | 19% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 1.59mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 8mg | 18% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 96.7mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 1.86g | 16% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 3.41mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 150mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 61IU | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.5µg | 8% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 455kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 38.27g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 398mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 0% |
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
18%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 1219mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chorizo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.56g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.