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Corned beef vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Corned beef and Pepperoni

  • Corned beef is richer in Zinc, and Vitamin B12, yet Pepperoni is richer in Manganese, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin D.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Pepperoni is 57% higher.
  • Corned beef contains 2 times more Zinc than Pepperoni. Corned beef contains 4.58mg of Zinc, while Pepperoni contains 2.44mg.
  • Corned beef contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.

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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 Iron +39.8%
Contains less Sodium -38.5%
Contains more Zinc +87.7%
Contains more Copper +69.2%
Contains more Selenium +13.1%
Contains more Calcium +137.5%
Contains more Magnesium +50%
Contains more Phosphorus +26.4%
Contains more Potassium +89%
Contains more Manganese +4781.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 70% 9% 54% 13% 127% 125% 52% 3% 179%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 50% 13% 68% 25% 207% 67% 31% 141% 159%
Contains more Iron +39.8%
Contains less Sodium -38.5%
Contains more Zinc +87.7%
Contains more Copper +69.2%
Contains more Selenium +13.1%
Contains more Calcium +137.5%
Contains more Magnesium +50%
Contains more Phosphorus +26.4%
Contains more Potassium +89%
Contains more Manganese +4781.8%

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.
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Contains more Folate +20%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +25.4%
Contains more Vitamin E +543.8%
Contains more Vitamin D +1200%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +942.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +51.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +64.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +121.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +57.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +286.7%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 3% 0% 7% 40% 57% 26% 54% 5% 204% 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 21% 39% 0% 68% 60% 94% 56% 84% 4% 163% 15%
Contains more Folate +20%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +25.4%
Contains more Vitamin E +543.8%
Contains more Vitamin D +1200%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +942.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +51.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +64.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +121.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +57.4%
Contains more Vitamin K +286.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +109.4%
Contains more Fats +143.8%
Contains more Carbs +151.1%
Contains more Other +83%
Equal in Protein - 19.25
18% 19% 60% 3%
Protein: 18.17 g
Fats: 18.98 g
Carbs: 0.47 g
Water: 59.79 g
Other: 2.59 g
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
Contains more Water +109.4%
Contains more Fats +143.8%
Contains more Carbs +151.1%
Contains more Other +83%
Equal in Protein - 19.25

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -64.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +125.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +565.4%
39% 57% 4%
Saturated Fat: 6.34 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.67 g
41% 48% 10%
Saturated Fat: 17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.458 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -64.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +125.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +565.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corned beef Pepperoni Opinion
Net carbs 0.47g 1.18g Pepperoni
Protein 18.17g 19.25g Pepperoni
Fats 18.98g 46.28g Pepperoni
Carbs 0.47g 1.18g Pepperoni
Calories 251kcal 504kcal Pepperoni
Calcium 8mg 19mg Pepperoni
Iron 1.86mg 1.33mg Corned beef
Magnesium 12mg 18mg Pepperoni
Phosphorus 125mg 158mg Pepperoni
Potassium 145mg 274mg Pepperoni
Sodium 973mg 1582mg Corned beef
Zinc 4.58mg 2.44mg Corned beef
Copper 0.154mg 0.091mg Corned beef
Manganese 0.022mg 1.074mg Pepperoni
Selenium 32.8µg 29µg Corned beef
Vitamin E 0.16mg 1.03mg Pepperoni
Vitamin D 4IU 52IU Pepperoni
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1.3µg Pepperoni
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.271mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.257mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B3 3.03mg 4.987mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 0.93mg Pepperoni
Vitamin B6 0.23mg 0.362mg Pepperoni
Folate 6µg 5µg Corned beef
Vitamin B12 1.63µg 1.3µg Corned beef
Vitamin K 1.5µg 5.8µg Pepperoni
Tryptophan 0.119mg 0.23mg Pepperoni
Threonine 0.726mg 0.869mg Pepperoni
Isoleucine 0.827mg 0.901mg Pepperoni
Leucine 1.445mg 1.575mg Pepperoni
Lysine 1.536mg 1.652mg Pepperoni
Methionine 0.473mg 0.511mg Pepperoni
Phenylalanine 0.718mg 0.778mg Pepperoni
Valine 0.901mg 0.987mg Pepperoni
Histidine 0.58mg 0.688mg Pepperoni
Cholesterol 98mg 97mg Pepperoni
Trans Fat 1.527g Corned beef
Saturated Fat 6.34g 17.708g Corned beef
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.004g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.02g Pepperoni
Monounsaturated Fat 9.22g 20.77g Pepperoni
Polyunsaturated fat 0.67g 4.458g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.136g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.605g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g Pepperoni
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.018g Pepperoni
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.04g Pepperoni

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corned beef Pepperoni
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
33%
Corned beef
50%
Pepperoni
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
Corned beef
76%
Pepperoni

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corned beef
Corned beef contains less Sodium (difference - 609mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.368g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef
Corned beef is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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. Corned beef - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170200/nutrients
  2. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/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.