Pasta vs. Pork Meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pasta and pork Meat
- Pasta has more folate; however, pork Meat is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B5.
- Pork Meat covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 62% more than pasta.
- Pasta has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of pasta is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean only, cooked, roasted.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1623.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +61.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1654.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +332.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +323.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +354.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +158% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +649.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +453% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2073.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +307.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +408.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +234.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +180.6% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +975.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +17.9% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 38.2µg | 69% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.95mg | 62% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.739mg | 54% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 26.17g | 42% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 7.432mg | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 267mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0.57µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.387mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 1.012mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 2.42mg | 17% |
| Choline | 88.9mg | 16% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 0µg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 73mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 421mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 0.013mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 0g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 1.198g | 5% |
| Fats | 1.05g | 3.51g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 1.334g | 3% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 57mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.111mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0.506g | 1% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 143kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 10IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 6mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 1.15mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 1.175mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 1.288mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 2.229mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 2.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 1.1mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 1.367mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.411g | N/A |
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
15%
63%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork Meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork Meat is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork Meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork Meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pasta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.048g)