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Yolk vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Yolk and Roquefort

  • Yolk is richer in Selenium, Vitamin B12, Iron, Vitamin B5, Folate, and Vitamin B6, yet Roquefort is richer in Calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for Cholesterol from Yolk is 332% higher.
  • Yolk contains 5 times more Iron than Roquefort. Yolk contains 2.73mg of Iron, while Roquefort contains 0.56mg.
  • Roquefort contains less Cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Egg, yolk, raw, fresh and Cheese, roquefort.

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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.
Yolk
7
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Contains more Iron +387.5%
Contains more Potassium +19.8%
Contains less Sodium -97.3%
Contains more Zinc +10.6%
Contains more Copper +126.5%
Contains more Manganese +83.3%
Contains more Selenium +286.2%
Contains more Calcium +413.2%
Contains more Magnesium +500%
Equal in Phosphorus - 392
Equal in Zinc - 2.08
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 39% 103% 4% 168% 10% 7% 63% 26% 8% 306%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 199% 22% 22% 169% 9% 236% 57% 12% 4% 80%
Contains more Iron +387.5%
Contains more Potassium +19.8%
Contains less Sodium -97.3%
Contains more Zinc +10.6%
Contains more Copper +126.5%
Contains more Manganese +83.3%
Contains more Selenium +286.2%
Contains more Calcium +413.2%
Contains more Magnesium +500%
Equal in Phosphorus - 392
Equal in Zinc - 2.08

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.
Yolk
9
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Contains more Vitamin A +37.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +340%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +182.3%
Contains more Folate +198%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +204.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +11%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +2958.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 87% 52% 162% 0% 44% 122% 1% 180% 81% 110% 244% 2%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 63% 0% 0% 0% 10% 136% 14% 104% 29% 37% 80% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +37.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +340%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +182.3%
Contains more Folate +198%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +204.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +11%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +2958.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Yolk
2
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Contains more Carbs +79.5%
Contains more Water +32.8%
Contains more Protein +35.8%
Contains more Fats +15.4%
Contains more Other +278.8%
16% 27% 4% 52% 2%
Protein: 15.86 g
Fats: 26.54 g
Carbs: 3.59 g
Water: 52.31 g
Other: 1.7 g
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more Carbs +79.5%
Contains more Water +32.8%
Contains more Protein +35.8%
Contains more Fats +15.4%
Contains more Other +278.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Yolk
3
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Contains less Saturated Fat -50.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +38.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +218.5%
37% 46% 16%
Saturated Fat: 9.551 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 11.738 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.204 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated Fat: 19.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.32 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -50.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +38.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +218.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Yolk Roquefort Opinion
Net carbs 3.59g 2g Yolk
Protein 15.86g 21.54g Roquefort
Fats 26.54g 30.64g Roquefort
Carbs 3.59g 2g Yolk
Calories 322kcal 369kcal Roquefort
Fructose 0.07g Yolk
Sugar 0.56g Roquefort
Calcium 129mg 662mg Roquefort
Iron 2.73mg 0.56mg Yolk
Magnesium 5mg 30mg Roquefort
Phosphorus 390mg 392mg Roquefort
Potassium 109mg 91mg Yolk
Sodium 48mg 1809mg Yolk
Zinc 2.3mg 2.08mg Yolk
Copper 0.077mg 0.034mg Yolk
Manganese 0.055mg 0.03mg Yolk
Selenium 56µg 14.5µg Yolk
Vitamin A 1442IU 1047IU Yolk
Vitamin A RAE 381µg 294µg Yolk
Vitamin E 2.58mg Yolk
Vitamin D 218IU Yolk
Vitamin D 5.4µg Yolk
Vitamin B1 0.176mg 0.04mg Yolk
Vitamin B2 0.528mg 0.586mg Roquefort
Vitamin B3 0.024mg 0.734mg Roquefort
Vitamin B5 2.99mg 1.731mg Yolk
Vitamin B6 0.35mg 0.124mg Yolk
Folate 146µg 49µg Yolk
Vitamin B12 1.95µg 0.64µg Yolk
Vitamin K 0.7µg Yolk
Tryptophan 0.177mg 0.303mg Roquefort
Threonine 0.687mg 0.965mg Roquefort
Isoleucine 0.866mg 1.217mg Roquefort
Leucine 1.399mg 2.114mg Roquefort
Lysine 1.217mg 1.848mg Roquefort
Methionine 0.378mg 0.558mg Roquefort
Phenylalanine 0.681mg 1.023mg Roquefort
Valine 0.949mg 1.614mg Roquefort
Histidine 0.416mg 0.602mg Roquefort
Cholesterol 1085mg 90mg Roquefort
Saturated Fat 9.551g 19.263g Yolk
Omega-3 - DHA 0.114g Yolk
Omega-3 - EPA 0.011g Yolk
Monounsaturated Fat 11.738g 8.474g Yolk
Polyunsaturated fat 4.204g 1.32g Yolk

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Yolk Roquefort
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
90%
Yolk
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
Yolk
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Yolk
Yolk contains less Sodium (difference - 1761mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Yolk
Yolk is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.712g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yolk
Yolk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Yolk
Yolk is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yolk
Yolk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 995mg)
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. Yolk - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172184/nutrients
  2. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.