Liver vs. Wheat gluten — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between liver and wheat gluten
- The amount of vitamin B12, vitamin A, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B5, zinc, vitamin B3, selenium, and copper in liver is higher than in wheat gluten.
- Liver covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 778% more than wheat gluten.
- The amount of cholesterol in wheat gluten is lower.
- Liver has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of liver is 0, while the glycemic index of wheat gluten is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised and Vital wheat gluten.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +244.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +248.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +690.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +70% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +78.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1320% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +137.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +684.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +188.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +266.8% |
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
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +303.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +29.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 18.67µg | 0µg | 778% |
| Vitamin A | 5405µg | 0µg | 601% |
| Vitamin B2 | 2.196mg | 0mg | 169% |
| Iron | 17.92mg | 5.2mg | 159% |
| Cholesterol | 355mg | 0mg | 118% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 75.16g | 98% |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.774mg | 0mg | 95% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.435mg | 0mg | 53% |
| Zinc | 6.72mg | 0.85mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 67.5µg | 39.7µg | 51% |
| Copper | 0.634mg | 0.182mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.57mg | 0mg | 44% |
| Folate | 163µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 23.6mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.258mg | 0mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.3mg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 10mg | 142mg | 13% |
| Calories | 165kcal | 370kcal | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.41g | 0.272g | 5% |
| Fats | 4.4g | 1.85g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 260mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 25mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 3.76g | 13.79g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.05g | 0.81g | 2% |
| Sodium | 49mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 100mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.63g | 0.156g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.76g | 13.19g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.366mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.107mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.319mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.007mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.645mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.274mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.607mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.708mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0g | 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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
161%
68%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat gluten is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 355mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat gluten contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat gluten is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.138g)
Which food is cheaper?
Wheat gluten is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Liver is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liver is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Liver is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Liver is relatively richer in vitamins