Pork chop vs. Yam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pork chop and yam
- Pork chop is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2; however, yam is richer in vitamin C.
- Pork chop's daily need coverage for selenium is 65% higher.
- Yam has less cholesterol.
- Pork chop has a lower glycemic index (0) than yam (51).
The food types used in this comparison are Pork, fresh, loin, blade (chops), bone-in, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Yam, raw.
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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 | +229.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +61.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1212.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +338.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +159% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3870% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +337.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +878.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1336.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +251.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +309.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1450.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8341.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +81350% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2392.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 36.4µg | 0.7µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.927mg | 0.552mg | 46% |
| Protein | 23.72g | 1.53g | 44% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.49mg | 0.112mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.66µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 55mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 3.15mg | 0.24mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.313mg | 0.032mg | 22% |
| Fats | 14.35g | 0.17g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.339g | 0.037g | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 17.1mg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.397mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.104mg | 0.314mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 315mg | 816mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.489mg | 0.293mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.887g | 0.006g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.894g | 0.076g | 12% |
| Choline | 67.5mg | 16.5mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 0g | 27.88g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.178mg | 8% |
| Folate | 0µg | 23µg | 6% |
| Calories | 231kcal | 118kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 40IU | 0IU | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.87mg | 0.54mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 17mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 74mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.35mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 23.78g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.066g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.282mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.043mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.123mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.952mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.109mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.65mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.985mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.2mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.965mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | 0g | 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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Yam is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yam contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.302g)
Which food is cheaper?
Yam is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork chop is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork chop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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