Pork bacon vs. Lamb shoulder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pork bacon and lamb shoulder?
- Pork bacon is richer in selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and potassium, yet lamb shoulder is richer in vitamin B12 and zinc.
- Pork bacon's daily need coverage for sodium is 93% higher.
- Pork bacon has 4 times more vitamin B1 than lamb shoulder. Pork bacon has 0.348mg of vitamin B1, while lamb shoulder has 0.09mg.
- Lamb shoulder contains less sodium.
We used Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked and Lamb, domestic, shoulder, arm, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +176.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +132.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +80% |
| Contains more IronIron | +36.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97% |
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 Vitamin EVitamin E | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +286.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +59.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +157.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +119.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
35.73 g
Fats:
43.27 g
Carbs:
1.35 g
Water:
12.52 g
Other:
7.13 g
Protein:
22.53 g
Fats:
20.24 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.92 g
Other:
1.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +113.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +444.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +346.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.187 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
19.065 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.859 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.74 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.61 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +201.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38.4% |
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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| Sodium | 2193mg | 65mg | 93% |
| Selenium | 59µg | 25.4µg | 61% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.16µg | 2.55µg | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 506mg | 183mg | 46% |
| Fats | 43.27g | 20.24g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 19.065g | 8.3g | 27% |
| Protein | 35.73g | 22.53g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 14.187g | 8.74g | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.623mg | 6.66mg | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.859g | 1.61g | 22% |
| Choline | 119.3mg | 22% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.348mg | 0.09mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.309mg | 0.12mg | 15% |
| Calories | 548kcal | 279kcal | 13% |
| Zinc | 3.36mg | 4.48mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.182mg | 0.113mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 539mg | 259mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.49mg | 2.03mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.033mg | 0.71mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 92mg | 5% |
| Folate | 2µg | 20µg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.32mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.35g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.35g | 0g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.251mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.299mg | 0.263mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.399mg | 0.964mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.676mg | 1.087mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.782mg | 1.753mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.964mg | 1.99mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.795mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.417mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.901mg | 1.216mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.343mg | 0.714mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.21g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.199g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.088g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| 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
54%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb shoulder contains less Sodium (difference - 2128mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.447g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)