Pork vs. Seaweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between pork and seaweed?
- Pork is higher in selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B3, yet seaweed is higher in vitamin K and folate.
- Pork's daily need coverage for selenium is 81% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in seaweed is lower.
We used Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Seaweed, kelp, raw 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.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +375.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +485.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -73.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6371.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +332.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +784.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +227.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +78.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2122.2% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1654% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +114% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +971.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +23100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +633.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1526.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2385.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +41% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +642.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6216.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2453.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 45.3µg | 0.7µg | 81% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.877mg | 0.05mg | 69% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 66µg | 55% |
| Protein | 27.32g | 1.68g | 51% |
| Folate | 5µg | 180µg | 44% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.464mg | 0.002mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 246mg | 42mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.037mg | 0.47mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.7µg | 0µg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 0mg | 27% |
| Iron | 0.87mg | 2.85mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.23g | 0.247g | 23% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 121mg | 22% |
| Fats | 13.92g | 0.56g | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.19g | 0.098g | 15% |
| Choline | 93.9mg | 12.8mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 168mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.15mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 2.39mg | 1.23mg | 11% |
| Calories | 242kcal | 43kcal | 10% |
| Potassium | 423mg | 89mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.2g | 0.047g | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 233mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 53IU | 0IU | 7% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.13mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.87mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 9.57g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.698mg | 0.642mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 8.27g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.338mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.234mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.26mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.177mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.446mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.712mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.473mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.067mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | 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
54%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Seaweed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 80mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Seaweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.983g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seaweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Seaweed is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork contains less Sodium (difference - 171mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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