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Corned beef vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Corned beef and Turkey bacon

  • Corned beef has more Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin B12, Copper, and Iron, while Turkey bacon has more Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B3, and Potassium.
  • Corned beef's daily need coverage for Selenium is 31% higher.
  • Turkey bacon contains 2 times less Copper than Corned beef. Corned beef contains 0.154mg of Copper, while Turkey bacon contains 0.068mg.
  • The amount of Saturated Fat in Turkey bacon is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Turkey bacon, unprepared.

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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 +32.9%
Contains more Zinc +80.3%
Contains more Copper +126.5%
Contains more Manganese +15.8%
Contains more Selenium +107.6%
Contains more Calcium +900%
Contains more Magnesium +33.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +77.6%
Contains more Potassium +140.7%
Equal in Sodium - 1069
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 24% 53% 12% 96% 31% 140% 70% 23% 3% 87%
Contains more Iron +32.9%
Contains more Zinc +80.3%
Contains more Copper +126.5%
Contains more Manganese +15.8%
Contains more Selenium +107.6%
Contains more Calcium +900%
Contains more Magnesium +33.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +77.6%
Contains more Potassium +140.7%
Equal in Sodium - 1069

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 Vitamin E +45.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +37%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +15.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +33.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +60.7%
Contains more Folate +66.7%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.244
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 3% 3% 0% 0% 8% 55% 76% 41% 57% 8% 149% 0%
Contains more Vitamin E +45.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +37%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +15.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +33.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +60.7%
Contains more Folate +66.7%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.244

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +14%
Contains more Fats +12.1%
Contains more Carbs +302.1%
Contains more Other +31.7%
Equal in Water - 61.83
18% 19% 60% 3%
Protein: 18.17 g
Fats: 18.98 g
Carbs: 0.47 g
Water: 59.79 g
Other: 2.59 g
16% 17% 2% 62% 3%
Protein: 15.94 g
Fats: 16.93 g
Carbs: 1.89 g
Water: 61.83 g
Other: 3.41 g
Contains more Protein +14%
Contains more Fats +12.1%
Contains more Carbs +302.1%
Contains more Other +31.7%
Equal in Water - 61.83

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +48.2%
Contains less Saturated Fat -28.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +601.3%
39% 57% 4%
Saturated Fat: 6.34 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.67 g
29% 40% 30%
Saturated Fat: 4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.699 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +48.2%
Contains less Saturated Fat -28.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +601.3%

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 Turkey bacon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Corned beef Turkey bacon Opinion
Net carbs 0.47g 1.89g Turkey bacon
Protein 18.17g 15.94g Corned beef
Fats 18.98g 16.93g Corned beef
Carbs 0.47g 1.89g Turkey bacon
Calories 251kcal 226kcal Corned beef
Calcium 8mg 80mg Turkey bacon
Iron 1.86mg 1.4mg Corned beef
Magnesium 12mg 16mg Turkey bacon
Phosphorus 125mg 222mg Turkey bacon
Potassium 145mg 349mg Turkey bacon
Sodium 973mg 1069mg Corned beef
Zinc 4.58mg 2.54mg Corned beef
Copper 0.154mg 0.068mg Corned beef
Manganese 0.022mg 0.019mg Corned beef
Selenium 32.8µg 15.8µg Corned beef
Vitamin A 0IU 34IU Turkey bacon
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 10µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin E 0.16mg 0.11mg Corned beef
Vitamin D 4IU Corned beef
Vitamin D 0.1µg Corned beef
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.03mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.237mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B3 3.03mg 4.032mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 0.675mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B6 0.23mg 0.244mg Turkey bacon
Folate 6µg 10µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B12 1.63µg 1.19µg Corned beef
Vitamin K 1.5µg Corned beef
Tryptophan 0.119mg Corned beef
Threonine 0.726mg Corned beef
Isoleucine 0.827mg Corned beef
Leucine 1.445mg Corned beef
Lysine 1.536mg Corned beef
Methionine 0.473mg Corned beef
Phenylalanine 0.718mg Corned beef
Valine 0.901mg Corned beef
Histidine 0.58mg Corned beef
Cholesterol 98mg 86mg Turkey bacon
Trans Fat 0.184g Corned beef
Saturated Fat 6.34g 4.52g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.007g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.006g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.01g Turkey bacon
Monounsaturated Fat 9.22g 6.223g Corned beef
Polyunsaturated fat 0.67g 4.699g Turkey bacon
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.027g Turkey bacon
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.197g Turkey bacon
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.01g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - ALA 0.241g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g Turkey bacon
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.013g Turkey bacon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corned beef Turkey bacon
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
33%
Turkey bacon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
Corned beef
53%
Turkey bacon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Corned beef
Corned beef contains less Sodium (difference - 96mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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. Turkey bacon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174592/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.