Flax seeds vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between flax seeds and pepperoni?
- Flax seeds are higher in copper, vitamin B1, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, and iron, yet pepperoni is higher in vitamin B12.
- Flax seeds' daily need coverage for copper is 125% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in flax seeds is lower.
We used Seeds, flaxseed and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2077.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1242.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +196.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +330.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1240.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +77.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +306.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +131.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +506.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +30.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1640% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +53.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +232.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +59.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +34.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2347.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +310.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.8% |
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Protein
~19.25g
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Fats
~46.28g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +544.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +175.9% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.73g | 4.458g | 162% |
| Copper | 1.22mg | 0.091mg | 125% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.644mg | 0.271mg | 114% |
| Fiber | 27.3g | 0g | 109% |
| Magnesium | 392mg | 18mg | 89% |
| Phosphorus | 642mg | 158mg | 69% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1582mg | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 3.663g | 17.708g | 64% |
| Manganese | 2.482mg | 1.074mg | 61% |
| Iron | 5.73mg | 1.33mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.3µg | 54% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.527g | 20.77g | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 97mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 19mg | 24% |
| Folate | 87µg | 5µg | 21% |
| Zinc | 4.34mg | 2.44mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 813mg | 274mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.08mg | 4.987mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 28.88g | 1.18g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.473mg | 0.362mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 52IU | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.3µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 25.4µg | 29µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.161mg | 0.257mg | 7% |
| Fats | 42.16g | 46.28g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.31mg | 1.03mg | 5% |
| Choline | 78.7mg | 51.2mg | 5% |
| Calories | 534kcal | 504kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 18.29g | 19.25g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 5.8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.985mg | 0.93mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.58g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.55g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.527g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.297mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.766mg | 0.869mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.896mg | 0.901mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.235mg | 1.575mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.862mg | 1.652mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0.511mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.957mg | 0.778mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.072mg | 0.987mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.472mg | 0.688mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.136g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g | N/A |
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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
62%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
191%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flax seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flax seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 1552mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flax seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.045g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.