Pepperoni vs. Barbecue chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pepperoni and barbecue chicken different?
- Pepperoni is higher than barbecue chicken in manganese, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, selenium, and vitamin D.
- Pepperoni covers your daily need for saturated fat, 69% more than barbecue chicken.
- Barbecue chicken is lower in sodium.
- Pepperoni has a higher glycemic index (28) than barbecue chicken (10).
Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin types were used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +18.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21380% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +123.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +392.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +511.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +176.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +22.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +206.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +883.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +438.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +115.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +222.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +118.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.8% |
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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| Saturated fat | 17.708g | 3.927g | 63% |
| Sodium | 1582mg | 335mg | 54% |
| Fats | 46.28g | 15.08g | 48% |
| Manganese | 1.074mg | 0.005mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 20.77g | 6.446g | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 0.47µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.271mg | 0.055mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.458g | 2.038g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg | 0.152mg | 16% |
| Calories | 504kcal | 226kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.362mg | 0.191mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 29µg | 22µg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 127mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 158mg | 218mg | 9% |
| Protein | 19.25g | 22.51g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 52IU | 0IU | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 2.44mg | 1.78mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.987mg | 5.732mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.33mg | 0.95mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 0.46mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.227mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.077mg | 2% |
| Choline | 51.2mg | 62.9mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 274mg | 255mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.18g | 0.12g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.18g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Calcium | 19mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.527g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.869mg | 0.657mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.901mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.575mg | 1.549mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.652mg | 1.75mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.511mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.778mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.987mg | 0.935mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.688mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.04g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0g | 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 | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g | 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
47%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barbecue chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 1247mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.781g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Barbecue chicken is cheaper (difference - $3)