Pork hock vs. Knackwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pork hock and knackwurst?
- Pork hock is richer in selenium, zinc, and iron, while knackwurst is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2.
- Knackwurst's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 35% higher.
- Knackwurst has 2 times less selenium than pork hock. Pork hock has 26.3µg of selenium, while knackwurst has 13.5µg.
- Knackwurst is lower in cholesterol.
We used Pork, pickled pork hocks and Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef types in this comparison.
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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 | +72.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +72.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +36.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +94.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +83.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +323.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +235.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +327.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +105.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +165.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +131.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
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:
11.1 g
Fats:
27.7 g
Carbs:
3.2 g
Water:
55.3 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +162.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.9% |
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
10.21 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.92 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +149.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +143.7% |
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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| Saturated fat | 3.231g | 10.21g | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.51µg | 1.18µg | 28% |
| Fats | 10.54g | 27.7g | 26% |
| Selenium | 26.3µg | 13.5µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.342mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.134g | 12.81g | 19% |
| Protein | 19.11g | 11.1g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.198g | 2.92g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.1mg | 2.734mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 60mg | 10% |
| Choline | 55mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.17mg | 8% |
| Calories | 171kcal | 307kcal | 7% |
| Zinc | 2.38mg | 1.66mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.068mg | 0.14mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 0.66mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 44IU | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 98mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 1050mg | 930mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 47mg | 199mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 23µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0.57mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0g | 3.2g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 3.2g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.344mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Folate | 1µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.113g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.038mg | 0.138mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.516mg | 0.432mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.325mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.841mg | 0.874mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.822mg | 1.01mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.211mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.554mg | 0.501mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.478mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.211mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.042g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.986g | 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
13%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork hock is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pork hock is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.979g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Knackwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 120mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Knackwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Knackwurst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)