Pheasant vs. Grouse — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pheasant and grouse?
- Pheasant is richer in iron and zinc, yet grouse is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin B2.
- Grouse's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 91% higher.
- Pheasant has 30 times more saturated fat than grouse. Pheasant has 3.908g of saturated fat, while grouse has 0.13g.
We used Pheasant, cooked, total edible and Ruffed Grouse, breast meat, skinless, raw 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +220% |
| Contains more IronIron | +146.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.8% |
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 | +1040% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +170.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +54.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +70% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +302.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1275% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +420% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.6% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13297.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +797.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.7% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.72µg | 2.9µg | 91% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.75mg | 1.275mg | 40% |
| Selenium | 20.7µg | 38% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.53mg | 11.6mg | 25% |
| Fats | 12.1g | 0.88g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.908g | 0.13g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 40mg | 16% |
| Choline | 85.8mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.627g | 0.042g | 14% |
| Protein | 32.4g | 25.94g | 13% |
| Iron | 1.43mg | 0.58mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 0.51mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.28mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.185g | 0.132g | 7% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 112kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 57µg | 5µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 0.73mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.084mg | 0.058mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.042mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 229mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Calcium | 16mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 271mg | 311mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.016mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 43mg | 50mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.071g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pheasant contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Grouse is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Grouse is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.778g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.