Pork vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pork and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Pork has more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6; however, cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is higher in folate, fiber, and copper.
- Pork covers your daily selenium needs 78% more than cowpea (Black-eyed pea).
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +52.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1712% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +89.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +26.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +188.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +267.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5177.8% |
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 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +334.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +483.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +917.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +364% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +191.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4060% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.32 g
Fats:
13.92 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.87 g
Other:
0.89 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +253.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2526.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21% |
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Other
~0.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.19 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.2 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +13968.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +433.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 45.3µg | 2.5µg | 78% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.877mg | 0.202mg | 56% |
| Folate | 5µg | 208µg | 51% |
| Protein | 27.32g | 7.73g | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.7µg | 0µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.037mg | 0.495mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.464mg | 0.1mg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 0mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.5g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 5.23g | 0.138g | 23% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.268mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.87mg | 2.51mg | 21% |
| Fats | 13.92g | 0.53g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.055mg | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.475mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.19g | 0.044g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 246mg | 156mg | 13% |
| Choline | 93.9mg | 32.2mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 2.39mg | 1.29mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.2g | 0.225g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 53IU | 0IU | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.76g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.698mg | 0.411mg | 6% |
| Calories | 242kcal | 116kcal | 6% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 53mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 423mg | 278mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.7µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.338mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.234mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.26mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.177mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.446mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.712mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.473mg | 0.368mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.067mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
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
54%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 80mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.092g)
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.