Pork hock vs. Chicken thigh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pork hock and Chicken thigh
- Pork hock is higher in Selenium, and Vitamin B12, yet Chicken thigh is higher in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, and Potassium.
- Pork hock covers your daily Sodium needs 42% more than Chicken thigh.
- Pork hock contains 2 times more Vitamin B12 than Chicken thigh. While Pork hock contains 0.51µg of Vitamin B12, Chicken thigh contains only 0.33µg.
- The amount of Sodium in Chicken thigh is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Pork, pickled pork hocks and Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +46.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +333.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +451.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +231.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +54.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +547.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +273.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +493.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.11 g
Fats:
10.54 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.02 g
Other:
2.33 g
Protein:
28.18 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +126.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fats
~10.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.231 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.198 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.78 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.43 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +34.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -14% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +102.8% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 171kcal | 218kcal |
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| Protein | 19.11g | 28.18g |
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| Fats | 10.54g | 10.3g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 1.18g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 1.18g |
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| Cholesterol | 89mg | 102mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 47mg | 259mg |
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| Iron | 1.14mg | 1.46mg |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 2.38mg | 2.79mg |
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| Phosphorus | 60mg | 199mg |
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| Sodium | 1050mg | 95mg |
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| Vitamin A | 76IU | 70IU |
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| Vitamin A | 23µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.027mg |
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| Selenium | 26.3µg | 20.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.088mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.068mg | 0.255mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.1mg | 7.12mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.344mg | 1.285mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.51µg | 0.33µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.113g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.231g | 2.78g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.134g | 3.82g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.198g | 2.43g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.329mg |
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| Threonine | 0.516mg | 1.188mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.325mg | 1.486mg |
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| Leucine | 0.841mg | 2.115mg |
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| Lysine | 0.822mg | 2.384mg |
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| Methionine | 0.211mg | 0.778mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.554mg | 1.121mg |
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| Valine | 0.478mg | 1.397mg |
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| Histidine | 0.211mg | 0.874mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.042g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.986g |
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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
13%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork hock is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken thigh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken thigh contains less Sodium (difference - 955mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken thigh is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.451g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken thigh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.