Pork chop vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pork chop and pasta
- Pork chop has more vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5; however, pasta has more folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for pork chop is 43% higher.
- Pasta has 29 times less saturated fat than pork chop. Pork chop has 4.339g of saturated fat, while pasta has 0.15g.
- Pasta has a higher glycemic index than pork chop.
Food types used in this article are Pork, fresh, loin, blade (chops), bone-in, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked.
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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 | +833.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1212.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +462.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +282.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2140% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +134.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +108.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +699.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +503.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1338.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +371.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +360.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1266.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3841.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +341.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 36.4µg | 66% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.927mg | 0.992mg | 43% |
| Protein | 23.72g | 5.15g | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.489mg | 0.034mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 63mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 3.15mg | 0.56mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.49mg | 0.209mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.66µg | 0.14µg | 22% |
| Fats | 14.35g | 1.05g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.339g | 0.15g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.104mg | 0.183mg | 18% |
| Folate | 0µg | 64µg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 33mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.313mg | 0.15mg | 13% |
| Choline | 67.5mg | 12% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.887g | 0.124g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.894g | 0.429g | 10% |
| Potassium | 315mg | 24mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.224mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 0g | 24.93g | 8% |
| Calories | 231kcal | 131kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 40IU | 5% | |
| Sodium | 74mg | 6mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.87mg | 1.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.093mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.066g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.282mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.043mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.123mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.952mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.109mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.65mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.985mg | 0.247mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.2mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.965mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.922g | 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
51%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork chop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork chop is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork chop is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork chop is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pasta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.189g)