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Persimmon vs. Foie gras — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between persimmon and foie gras?

  • Persimmon is higher in vitamin C and potassium, yet foie gras is higher in vitamin B12, iron, and phosphorus.
  • Foie gras's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 392% more.
  • Persimmon has 33 times more vitamin C than foie gras. While persimmon has 66mg of vitamin C, foie gras has only 2mg.
  • The amount of sodium in persimmon is lower.

We used Persimmons, native, raw and Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked types 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 8.1% 27% 94% 0% 0% 11% 0.13% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 9.3% 21% 12% 206% 133% 25% 86% 91% 16% 240%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +124.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +159.3%
Contains more IronIron +120%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +669.2%

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 220% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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 6.7% 334% 0% 0% 22% 69% 47% 72% 14% 1175% 0% 45% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +3200%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
34% 64%
Protein: 0.8 g
Fats: 0.4 g
Carbs: 33.5 g
Water: 64.4 g
Other: 0.9 g
11% 44% 5% 37% 3%
Protein: 11.4 g
Fats: 43.84 g
Carbs: 4.67 g
Water: 37.04 g
Other: 3.05 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +617.3%
Contains more WaterWater +73.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1325%
Contains more FatsFats +10860%
Contains more OtherOther +238.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Persimmon Foie gras DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 9.4µg 392%
Vitamin A 1001µg 111%
Selenium 44µg 80%
Vitamin C 66mg 2mg 71%
Fats 0.4g 43.84g 67%
Saturated fat 14.45g 66%
Monounsaturated fat 25.61g 64%
Cholesterol 0mg 150mg 50%
Copper 0.4mg 44%
Iron 2.5mg 5.5mg 38%
Sodium 1mg 697mg 30%
Phosphorus 26mg 200mg 25%
Vitamin B5 1.2mg 24%
Vitamin B2 0.299mg 23%
Protein 0.8g 11.4g 21%
Calories 127kcal 462kcal 17%
Vitamin B3 2.51mg 16%
Folate 60µg 15%
Carbs 33.5g 4.67g 10%
Zinc 0.92mg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.088mg 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.84g 6%
Manganese 0.12mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 5%
Potassium 310mg 138mg 5%
Calcium 27mg 70mg 4%
Magnesium 13mg 3%
Net carbs 33.5g 4.67g N/A
Tryptophan 0.014mg 0.161mg 0%
Threonine 0.041mg 0.507mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.035mg 0.606mg 0%
Leucine 0.058mg 1.029mg 0%
Lysine 0.045mg 0.863mg 0%
Methionine 0.007mg 0.27mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.036mg 0.567mg 0%
Valine 0.042mg 0.719mg 0%
Histidine 0.016mg 0.303mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Persimmon Foie gras
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
17%
Persimmon
137%
Foie gras
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
Persimmon
84%
Foie gras

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 150mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Persimmon
Persimmon contains less Sodium (difference - 696mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.45g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Foie gras
Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is cheaper?
Foie gras
Foie gras is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Foie gras
Foie gras is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Foie gras
Foie gras is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)

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. Persimmon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169943/nutrients
  2. Foie gras - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171100/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.