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Vermicelli vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between vermicelli and chorizo

  • Vermicelli has more copper; however, chorizo is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
  • Vermicelli covers your daily need for copper, 204% more than chorizo.
  • Vermicelli has less sodium.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Vermicelli, made from soy 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 17% 0.26% 68% 639% 116% 8.6% 0.52% 0% 147%
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 +587.5%
Contains more IronIron +13.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +2295%
Contains more ZincZinc +24.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +28%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +800%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +13166.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +650%

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 0% 0.67% 10% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 9.5% 0% 97%
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 AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +131.8%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +137.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +83%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
82% 12% 6%
Protein: 0.1 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 82.32 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.58 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 +4325.8%
Contains more OtherOther +42.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +24000%
Contains more FatsFats +38170%
Contains more WaterWater +167.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 19% 60%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.041 g
40% 51% 10%
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 -99.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +141438.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +8339%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vermicelli Chorizo DV% diff.
Copper 1.916mg 0.08mg 204%
Vitamin B12 0µg 2µg 83%
Saturated fat 0.014g 14.38g 65%
Fats 0.1g 38.27g 59%
Sodium 4mg 1235mg 54%
Vitamin B1 0mg 0.63mg 53%
Protein 0.1g 24.1g 48%
Monounsaturated fat 0.013g 18.4g 46%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.53mg 41%
Vitamin B3 0mg 5.131mg 32%
Cholesterol 0mg 88mg 29%
Carbs 82.32g 1.86g 27%
Vitamin B2 0mg 0.3mg 23%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.041g 3.46g 23%
Vitamin B5 1.12mg 22%
Phosphorus 20mg 150mg 19%
Fiber 3.9g 0g 16%
Choline 177mg 96.7mg 15%
Potassium 3mg 398mg 12%
Selenium 27µg 21.1µg 11%
Vitamin D 0IU 61IU 8%
Vitamin D 0µg 1.5µg 8%
Zinc 4.24mg 3.41mg 8%
Calories 331kcal 455kcal 6%
Calcium 55mg 8mg 5%
Magnesium 2mg 18mg 4%
Iron 1.81mg 1.59mg 3%
Manganese 0.04mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.51mg 0.22mg 2%
Vitamin K 3.8µg 1.6µg 2%
Folate 0µg 2µg 1%
Net carbs 78.42g 1.86g N/A
Sugar 17.44g 0g N/A
Vitamin A 2µg 0µg 0%
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
Vermicelli 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
9%
Vermicelli
65%
Chorizo
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
Vermicelli
58%
Chorizo

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 1231mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 14.366g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.44g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.

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. Vermicelli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169884/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.