Liver vs. Flax seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between liver and flax seeds
- Liver is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin A, vitamin B2, iron, and selenium; however, flax seeds are richer in vitamin B1, fiber, manganese, and magnesium.
- Liver's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 778% higher.
- Flax seeds have less cholesterol.
The food types used in this comparison are Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised and Seeds, flaxseed.
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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 | +212.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +54.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +165.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +442% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +92.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +166.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +727.3% |
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 | +3833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1264% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +173.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +384.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +537.2% |
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:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +824.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +858.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +668.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +147.3% |
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
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1094.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2636.2% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 18.67µg | 0µg | 778% |
| Vitamin A | 5405µg | 0µg | 601% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.05g | 28.73g | 185% |
| Vitamin B2 | 2.196mg | 0.161mg | 157% |
| Iron | 17.92mg | 5.73mg | 152% |
| Cholesterol | 355mg | 0mg | 118% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.258mg | 1.644mg | 116% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.3g | 109% |
| Manganese | 0.3mg | 2.482mg | 95% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 392mg | 90% |
| Selenium | 67.5µg | 25.4µg | 77% |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.774mg | 0.985mg | 76% |
| Copper | 0.634mg | 1.22mg | 65% |
| Fats | 4.4g | 42.16g | 58% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 642mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.435mg | 3.08mg | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 0.6mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 255mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 6.72mg | 4.34mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 813mg | 20% |
| Folate | 163µg | 87µg | 19% |
| Calories | 165kcal | 534kcal | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.63g | 7.527g | 17% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 18.29g | 15% |
| Choline | 78.7mg | 14% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.41g | 3.663g | 10% |
| Carbs | 3.76g | 28.88g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.57mg | 0.473mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.31mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 49mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.76g | 1.58g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.55g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.366mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.107mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0.896mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.319mg | 1.235mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.007mg | 0.862mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.645mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.274mg | 0.957mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.607mg | 1.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.708mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 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%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
161%
191%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Liver is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Liver is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.253g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liver is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Liver is cheaper (difference - $2.7)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flax seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 355mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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