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Pork hock vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Pork hock and Turkey sausage?

  • Pork hock is higher in Selenium, however, Turkey sausage is richer in Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Zinc, and Potassium.
  • Pork hock's daily need coverage for Selenium is 48% more.
  • Turkey sausage contains 2 times less Sodium than Pork hock. Pork hock contains 1050mg of Sodium, while Turkey sausage contains 639mg.

We used Pork, pickled pork hocks and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 5.7% 4.1% 43% 27% 65% 26% 137% 2.9% 143%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 9.6% 20% 40% 37% 81% 66% 83% 0% 0%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +166.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +68.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +387.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +35.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +25.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +158.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -39.1%
~equal in Iron ~1.07mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 4.6% 3.4% 0% 20% 16% 21% 21% 15% 64% 0% 0.75% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1.7% 0% 3.8% 12% 14% 38% 69% 0% 48% 99% 4% 3% 18%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +48.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +142.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +235.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +225%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +54.9%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +300%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 11% 68% 2%
Protein: 19.11 g
Fats: 10.54 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 68.02 g
Other: 2.33 g
15% 18% 63% 2%
Protein: 15.42 g
Fats: 18.09 g
Carbs: 1.56 g
Water: 63.12 g
Other: 1.81 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +23.9%
Contains more OtherOther +28.7%
Contains more FatsFats +71.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
~equal in Water ~63.12g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
34% 54% 13%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 3.231 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 5.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.198 g
28% 38% 34%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 3.839 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.657 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -15.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +288.7%
~equal in Monounsaturated Fat ~5.158g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pork hock Turkey sausage
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pork hock Turkey sausage Opinion
Calories 171kcal 235kcal Turkey sausage
Protein 19.11g 15.42g Pork hock
Fats 10.54g 18.09g Turkey sausage
Vitamin C 0mg 0.5mg Turkey sausage
Net carbs 0g 1.56g Turkey sausage
Carbs 0g 1.56g Turkey sausage
Cholesterol 89mg 160mg Pork hock
Vitamin D 17IU Turkey sausage
Magnesium 6mg 16mg Turkey sausage
Calcium 19mg 32mg Turkey sausage
Potassium 47mg 229mg Turkey sausage
Iron 1.14mg 1.07mg Pork hock
Copper 0.082mg 0.111mg Turkey sausage
Zinc 2.38mg 2.98mg Turkey sausage
Phosphorus 60mg 155mg Turkey sausage
Sodium 1050mg 639mg Turkey sausage
Vitamin A 76IU 0IU Pork hock
Vitamin A 23µg 0µg Pork hock
Vitamin E 0.17mg 0.19mg Turkey sausage
Vitamin D 0.4µg Turkey sausage
Manganese 0.022mg Pork hock
Selenium 26.3µg 0µg Pork hock
Vitamin B1 0.08mg 0.054mg Pork hock
Vitamin B2 0.068mg 0.165mg Turkey sausage
Vitamin B3 1.1mg 3.692mg Turkey sausage
Vitamin B5 0.344mg Pork hock
Vitamin B6 0.064mg 0.208mg Turkey sausage
Vitamin B12 0.51µg 0.79µg Turkey sausage
Vitamin K 0µg 1.6µg Turkey sausage
Folate 1µg 4µg Turkey sausage
Trans Fat 0.113g Turkey sausage
Choline 33.9mg Turkey sausage
Saturated Fat 3.231g 3.839g Pork hock
Monounsaturated Fat 5.134g 5.158g Turkey sausage
Polyunsaturated fat 1.198g 4.657g Turkey sausage
Tryptophan 0.038mg 0.175mg Turkey sausage
Threonine 0.516mg 0.686mg Turkey sausage
Isoleucine 0.325mg 0.802mg Turkey sausage
Leucine 0.841mg 1.229mg Turkey sausage
Lysine 0.822mg 1.453mg Turkey sausage
Methionine 0.211mg 0.447mg Turkey sausage
Phenylalanine 0.554mg 0.612mg Turkey sausage
Valine 0.478mg 0.819mg Turkey sausage
Histidine 0.211mg 0.481mg Turkey sausage
Omega-3 - ALA 0.042g Pork hock
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.045g Pork hock
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.986g Pork hock

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Pork hock Turkey sausage
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Pork hock
24%
Turkey sausage
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
Pork hock
35%
Turkey sausage

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey sausage
Turkey sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 411mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey sausage
Turkey sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey sausage
Turkey sausage is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork hock
Pork hock is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork hock
Pork hock is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.608g)
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 ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pork hock - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169157/nutrients
  2. Turkey sausage - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174600/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.