Roast beef vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Roast beef and Chorizo
- Roast beef has more Phosphorus, and Potassium, however, Chorizo has more Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin B5, Vitamin D, and Choline.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 65% more.
- Roast beef has 2 times more Potassium than Chorizo. Roast beef has 647mg of Potassium, while Chorizo has 398mg.
- Roast beef is lower in Sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Roast beef, deli style, prepackaged, sliced and Chorizo, pork and beef.
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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 | +62.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +43.5% |
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 | +122.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1365.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +97.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +15.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +120.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.62 g
Fats:
3.69 g
Carbs:
0.64 g
Water:
73.72 g
Other:
3.33 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +131.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +937.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +190.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.318 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.27 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -90.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1109.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1181.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 115kcal | 455kcal |
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| Protein | 18.62g | 24.1g |
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| Fats | 3.69g | 38.27g |
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| Net carbs | 0.64g | 1.86g |
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| Carbs | 0.64g | 1.86g |
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| Cholesterol | 51mg | 88mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1IU | 61IU |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 5mg | 8mg |
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| Potassium | 647mg | 398mg |
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| Iron | 2.05mg | 1.59mg |
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| Sugar | 0.29g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.086mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 3.2mg | 3.41mg |
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| Phosphorus | 242mg | 150mg |
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| Sodium | 853mg | 1235mg |
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| Vitamin A | 11IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 0.22mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.04mg |
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| Selenium | 14.7µg | 21.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.043mg | 0.63mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.581mg | 5.131mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.566mg | 1.12mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.53mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.04µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | |
| Folate | 5µg | 2µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.148g |
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| Choline | 43.9mg | 96.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.318g | 14.38g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.521g | 18.4g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.27g | 3.46g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.278mg |
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| Threonine | 1.473mg |
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| Isoleucine | 2.206mg |
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| Leucine | 1.708mg |
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| Lysine | 2.414mg |
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| Methionine | 0.47mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg |
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| Valine | 0.914mg |
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| Histidine | 0.721mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.007g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.017g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.012g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.14g |
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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
46%
67%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roast beef is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roast beef contains less Sodium (difference - 382mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Roast beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.062g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roast beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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