Pork jowl vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pork jowl and shrimp?
- Pork jowl is richer in monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat, yet shrimp is richer in copper, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and calcium.
- Pork jowl's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 126% higher.
- Pork jowl has 685 times more monounsaturated fat than shrimp. Pork jowl has 32.89g of monounsaturated fat, while shrimp has 0.048g.
- Shrimp contains less saturated fat.
- Pork jowl has a lower glycemic index than shrimp.
We used Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, jowl, raw and Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) 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 less SodiumSodium | -77.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1650% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +75% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +847.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +95.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +175.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +560% |
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 | +∞% |
| 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
| Contains more FatsFats | +24760.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +275.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +235% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68420.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10165.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 25.26g | 0.056g | 115% |
| Fats | 69.61g | 0.28g | 107% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 32.89g | 0.048g | 82% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.11g | 0.079g | 54% |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.379mg | 38% |
| Protein | 6.38g | 23.98g | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.82µg | 34% | |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 189mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.386mg | 32% | |
| Calories | 655kcal | 99kcal | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.535mg | 28% | |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 237mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.236mg | 18% | |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 39mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.64mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 70mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 25mg | 111mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 1.5µg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 148mg | 259mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.033mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.42mg | 0.51mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Folate | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.168mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.528mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
29%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 25.204g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork jowl is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 99mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork jowl contains less Sodium (difference - 86mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork jowl is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork jowl is cheaper (difference - $6.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork jowl is relatively richer in vitamins