Short ribs vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between short ribs and merlot
- Short ribs have more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, copper, and vitamin B2; however, merlot is richer in manganese.
- Short ribs cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 109% more than merlot.
- Merlot has 104 times less selenium than short ribs. Short ribs have 20.8µg of selenium, while merlot has 0.2µg.
- Merlot has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of merlot is 15, while the glycemic index of short ribs is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Beef, rib, shortribs, separable lean and fat, choice, cooked, braised and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +76.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +402.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +800% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3385.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +604.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +10300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +915.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +383.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +994.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +740% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +286% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.57 g
Fats:
41.98 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
35.72 g
Other:
0.73 g
Protein:
0.07 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
2.51 g
Water:
86.59 g
Other:
10.83 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30714.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +142.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1383.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.62µg | 0µg | 109% |
| Saturated fat | 17.8g | 81% | |
| Fats | 41.98g | 0g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.88g | 47% | |
| Zinc | 4.88mg | 0.14mg | 43% |
| Protein | 21.57g | 0.07g | 43% |
| Selenium | 20.8µg | 0.2µg | 37% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 2.31mg | 0.46mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 162mg | 23mg | 20% |
| Calories | 471kcal | 83kcal | 19% |
| Choline | 82.2mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.452mg | 0.224mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.22mg | 0.057mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.099mg | 0.011mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.53g | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.031mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0.132mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.252mg | 0.03mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.005mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 27IU | 3% | |
| Potassium | 224mg | 127mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 50mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 2.51g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 2.51g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.62g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.862mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.981mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.716mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.823mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.562mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.852mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.07mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.688mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.016g | 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
43%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Short ribs is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Short ribs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Short ribs is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Short ribs is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.8g)
Which food is cheaper?
Merlot is cheaper (difference - $0.3)