Liver vs. Hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between liver and hamburgers
- Liver is higher than hamburgers in vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, copper, zinc, vitamin B6, and folate.
- Liver's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 718% higher.
- Hamburgers have less cholesterol.
- Liver has a lower glycemic index (0) than hamburgers (66).
The food types used in this comparison are Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised and Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain.
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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 | +522.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +596.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +134.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +77.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +38.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +920% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +778.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +180.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1196.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +191.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +226.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +541% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +176.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +772.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 18.67µg | 1.44µg | 718% |
| Vitamin A | 5405µg | 0µg | 601% |
| Iron | 17.92mg | 2.88mg | 188% |
| Vitamin B2 | 2.196mg | 0.25mg | 150% |
| Selenium | 67.5µg | 123% | |
| Cholesterol | 355mg | 47mg | 103% |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.774mg | 0.31mg | 89% |
| Copper | 0.634mg | 0.091mg | 60% |
| Zinc | 6.72mg | 2.87mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.57mg | 0.203mg | 28% |
| Folate | 163µg | 56µg | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.435mg | 5.365mg | 19% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 17.08g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 1.41g | 5.096g | 17% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 414mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 136mg | 15% |
| Fats | 4.4g | 14.36g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.63g | 5.495g | 12% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 102mg | 9% |
| Calories | 165kcal | 295kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 3.76g | 24.1g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.05g | 0.38g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.3mg | 0.217mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.258mg | 0.217mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.03g | 3% | |
| Potassium | 150mg | 226mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.76g | 23.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.814g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.366mg | 0.206mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.107mg | 0.666mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0.716mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.319mg | 1.319mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.007mg | 1.226mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.645mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.274mg | 0.677mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.607mg | 0.823mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.708mg | 0.505mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | N/A |
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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
422%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
161%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Liver is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Liver contains less Sodium (difference - 365mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Liver is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.686g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liver is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liver is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 308mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Hamburger is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
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.