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Pepperoni vs. Thyme — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between pepperoni and thyme?

  • Pepperoni is richer in vitamin B12, while thyme is higher in iron, vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, copper, calcium, and magnesium.
  • Thyme's daily need coverage for iron is 202% higher.
  • Thyme is lower in sodium.
  • Thyme has a higher glycemic index (45) than pepperoni (28).

We used Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Thyme, fresh 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.
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%
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 114% 122% 54% 654% 185% 49% 45% 1.2% 224% 0%
Contains more ZincZinc +34.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +49.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +788.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2031.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +122.3%
Contains more IronIron +1212%
Contains more CopperCopper +509.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +60.1%

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.
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%
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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 534% 79% 0% 0% 12% 109% 34% 25% 80% 0% 0% 34% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +464.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +173.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +127.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +83.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +800%
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.348mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
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6% 2% 24% 65% 3%
Protein: 5.56 g
Fats: 1.68 g
Carbs: 24.45 g
Water: 65.11 g
Other: 3.2 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +246.2%
Contains more FatsFats +2654.8%
Contains more OtherOther +48.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1972%
Contains more WaterWater +128.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 48% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.458 g
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43% 8% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.467 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.532 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +25542%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +738%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pepperoni Thyme DV% diff.
Iron 1.33mg 17.45mg 202%
Vitamin C 0mg 160.1mg 178%
Saturated fat 17.708g 0.467g 78%
Fats 46.28g 1.68g 69%
Sodium 1582mg 9mg 68%
Fiber 0g 14g 56%
Vitamin B12 1.3µg 0µg 54%
Selenium 29µg 53%
Monounsaturated fat 20.77g 0.081g 52%
Copper 0.091mg 0.555mg 52%
Calcium 19mg 405mg 39%
Magnesium 18mg 160mg 34%
Cholesterol 97mg 0mg 32%
Manganese 1.074mg 1.719mg 28%
Protein 19.25g 5.56g 27%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.458g 0.532g 26%
Vitamin A 0µg 238µg 26%
Vitamin B3 4.987mg 1.824mg 20%
Calories 504kcal 101kcal 20%
Vitamin B1 0.271mg 0.048mg 19%
Vitamin B2 0.257mg 0.471mg 16%
Vitamin B5 0.93mg 0.409mg 10%
Potassium 274mg 609mg 10%
Folate 5µg 45µg 10%
Choline 51.2mg 9%
Carbs 1.18g 24.45g 8%
Vitamin D 1.3µg 0µg 7%
Vitamin E 1.03mg 7%
Phosphorus 158mg 106mg 7%
Vitamin D 52IU 0IU 7%
Zinc 2.44mg 1.81mg 6%
Vitamin K 5.8µg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.362mg 0.348mg 1%
Net carbs 1.18g 10.45g N/A
Trans fat 1.527g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.23mg 0.114mg 0%
Threonine 0.869mg 0.154mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.901mg 0.285mg 0%
Leucine 1.575mg 0.262mg 0%
Lysine 1.652mg 0.126mg 0%
Methionine 0.511mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.778mg 0%
Valine 0.987mg 0.307mg 0%
Histidine 0.688mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 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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ok
is better in case of low diet
Pepperoni Thyme
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
47%
Pepperoni
70%
Thyme
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
Pepperoni
145%
Thyme

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Thyme
Thyme contains less Sodium (difference - 1573mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.241g)
Which food is cheaper?
Thyme
Thyme is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni 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.

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. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/nutrients
  2. Thyme - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173470/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.