Liver vs. Lamb shoulder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between liver and lamb shoulder?
- Liver is richer than lamb shoulder in vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, selenium, copper, and folate.
- Liver's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 672% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in lamb shoulder is lower.
We used Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised and Lamb, domestic, shoulder, arm, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted types 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 | +782.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +461.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1328.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +165.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +64.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +80% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.7% |
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 | +186.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +778.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +572.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +632.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +715% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
26.02 g
Fats:
4.4 g
Carbs:
3.76 g
Water:
64.32 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
22.53 g
Fats:
20.24 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.92 g
Other:
1.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +360% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.41 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.63 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.74 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -83.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1217.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +53.3% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 18.67µg | 2.55µg | 672% |
| Vitamin A | 5405µg | 0µg | 601% |
| Iron | 17.92mg | 2.03mg | 199% |
| Vitamin B2 | 2.196mg | 0.25mg | 150% |
| Cholesterol | 355mg | 92mg | 88% |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.774mg | 0.71mg | 81% |
| Selenium | 67.5µg | 25.4µg | 77% |
| Copper | 0.634mg | 0.113mg | 58% |
| Folate | 163µg | 20µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.57mg | 0.12mg | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 1.41g | 8.74g | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Fats | 4.4g | 20.24g | 24% |
| Zinc | 6.72mg | 4.48mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.63g | 8.3g | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.258mg | 0.09mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.3mg | 0.021mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.435mg | 6.66mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 183mg | 8% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 22.53g | 7% |
| Calories | 165kcal | 279kcal | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.05g | 1.61g | 4% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 259mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 49mg | 65mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.76g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.76g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.366mg | 0.263mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.107mg | 0.964mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 1.087mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.319mg | 1.753mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.007mg | 1.99mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.645mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.274mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.607mg | 1.216mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.708mg | 0.714mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 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
422%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
161%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Liver contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Liver is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.33g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liver is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 263mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Lamb shoulder is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.