Liver vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are liver and fast food different?
- Liver is higher than fast food in vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B2, selenium, vitamin B5, copper, zinc, and vitamin B6.
- Liver covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 741% more than fast food.
- Liver contains 353 times more vitamin A than fast food. Liver contains 17997IU of vitamin A, while fast food contains 51IU.
- Fast food is lower in cholesterol.
- Fast food has a higher glycemic index (66) than liver (0).
Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain types were used 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.
| Contains more IronIron | +485.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +424% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +166.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +232.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +92.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +520% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19% |
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 | +59955.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +505% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +800.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +168.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1997.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +103.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +67.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +173% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +737.8% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +667.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +60% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 18.67µg | 0.89µg | 741% |
| Vitamin A | 5405µg | 9µg | 600% |
| Iron | 17.92mg | 3.06mg | 186% |
| Vitamin B2 | 2.196mg | 0.363mg | 141% |
| Cholesterol | 355mg | 33mg | 107% |
| Selenium | 67.5µg | 20.3µg | 86% |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.774mg | 0.53mg | 85% |
| Copper | 0.634mg | 0.121mg | 57% |
| Zinc | 6.72mg | 2.52mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.57mg | 0.212mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Folate | 163µg | 80µg | 21% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 16.52g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.435mg | 5.617mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 134mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.41g | 4.493g | 14% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 331mg | 12% |
| Fats | 4.4g | 12.01g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.63g | 4.835g | 11% |
| Carbs | 3.76g | 31.5g | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Calories | 165kcal | 297kcal | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.7g | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.258mg | 0.317mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 62mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.05g | 1.68g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.3mg | 0.357mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 150mg | 197mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.76g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.366mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.107mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.319mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.007mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.645mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.274mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.607mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.708mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Liver is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Liver contains less Sodium (difference - 282mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Liver is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.083g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liver is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 322mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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