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Smoothie vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between smoothie and chorizo?

  • Smoothie is richer in vitamin C and vitamin A, while chorizo is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, iron, and potassium.
  • Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 73% higher.
  • Smoothie is lower in sodium.
  • Smoothie has a higher glycemic index (44) than chorizo (28).

We used Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Chorizo, pork and beef types in this comparison.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 12% 2.1% 5.6% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 2.4% 35% 60% 27% 93% 64% 161% 5.2% 115%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +412.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1558.3%
Contains more IronIron +960%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 82% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 0% 19% 30% 0% 0% 0%
Chorizo
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 4.4% 23% 158% 69% 96% 67% 122% 250% 4% 1.5% 53%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +528.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +546.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +733.3%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
24% 38% 2% 32% 4%
Protein: 24.1 g
Fats: 38.27 g
Carbs: 1.86 g
Water: 31.85 g
Other: 3.92 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +338.7%
Contains more WaterWater +183.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1875.4%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +1052.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Smoothie Chorizo
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Chorizo DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 2µg 73%
Saturated fat 0g 14.38g 65%
Fats 0g 38.27g 59%
Vitamin B1 0.63mg 53%
Sodium 29mg 1235mg 52%
Monounsaturated fat 18.4g 46%
Protein 1.22g 24.1g 46%
Selenium 21.1µg 38%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.53mg 34%
Zinc 3.41mg 31%
Cholesterol 0mg 88mg 29%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 0mg 27%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 5.131mg 27%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.46g 23%
Vitamin B2 0.3mg 23%
Vitamin B5 1.12mg 22%
Calories 37kcal 455kcal 21%
Phosphorus 150mg 21%
Choline 96.7mg 18%
Iron 0.15mg 1.59mg 18%
Potassium 24mg 398mg 11%
Copper 0.08mg 9%
Vitamin D 1.5µg 8%
Vitamin D 61IU 8%
Magnesium 18mg 4%
Calcium 41mg 8mg 3%
Manganese 0.04mg 2%
Carbs 8.16g 1.86g 2%
Vitamin E 0.22mg 1%
Folate 2µg 1%
Vitamin K 1.6µg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 1.86g N/A
Sugar 7.35g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.278mg 0%
Threonine 1.473mg 0%
Isoleucine 2.206mg 0%
Leucine 1.708mg 0%
Lysine 2.414mg 0%
Methionine 0.47mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.149mg 0%
Valine 0.914mg 0%
Histidine 0.721mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Chorizo
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
11%
Smoothie
65%
Chorizo
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
58%
Chorizo

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 1206mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.38g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Chorizo - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173859/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.