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Lamb vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Lamb and Turkey bacon?

  • Lamb is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B1, yet Turkey bacon is richer in Vitamin B6, and Calcium.
  • Lamb's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 57% higher.
  • Lamb has 3 times more Vitamin B1 than Turkey bacon. Lamb has 0.1mg of Vitamin B1, while Turkey bacon has 0.03mg.
  • Turkey bacon contains less Saturated Fat.

We used Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Turkey bacon, unprepared 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.
Contains more Iron +34.3%
Contains more Magnesium +43.8%
Contains less Sodium -93.3%
Contains more Zinc +75.6%
Contains more Copper +75%
Contains more Manganese +15.8%
Contains more Selenium +67.1%
Contains more Calcium +370.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +18.1%
Contains more Potassium +12.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 71% 17% 81% 28% 10% 122% 40% 3% 144%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 24% 53% 12% 96% 31% 140% 70% 23% 3% 87%
Contains more Iron +34.3%
Contains more Magnesium +43.8%
Contains less Sodium -93.3%
Contains more Zinc +75.6%
Contains more Copper +75%
Contains more Manganese +15.8%
Contains more Selenium +67.1%
Contains more Calcium +370.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +18.1%
Contains more Potassium +12.6%

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.
Lamb
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Contains more Vitamin E +27.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +65.2%
Contains more Folate +80%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +114.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +87.7%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.237
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.675
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 3% 3% 0% 25% 58% 125% 40% 30% 14% 319% 12%
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 +27.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +65.2%
Contains more Folate +80%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +114.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +87.7%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.237
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.675

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +53.8%
Contains more Fats +23.7%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +15.1%
Contains more Other +315.9%
25% 21% 54%
Protein: 24.52 g
Fats: 20.94 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 53.72 g
Other: 0.82 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 +53.8%
Contains more Fats +23.7%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +15.1%
Contains more Other +315.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +41.7%
Contains less Saturated Fat -48.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +211.2%
46% 46% 8%
Saturated Fat: 8.83 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.51 g
29% 40% 30%
Saturated Fat: 4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.699 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +41.7%
Contains less Saturated Fat -48.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +211.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Lamb Turkey bacon Opinion
Net carbs 0g 1.89g Turkey bacon
Protein 24.52g 15.94g Lamb
Fats 20.94g 16.93g Lamb
Carbs 0g 1.89g Turkey bacon
Calories 294kcal 226kcal Lamb
Calcium 17mg 80mg Turkey bacon
Iron 1.88mg 1.4mg Lamb
Magnesium 23mg 16mg Lamb
Phosphorus 188mg 222mg Turkey bacon
Potassium 310mg 349mg Turkey bacon
Sodium 72mg 1069mg Lamb
Zinc 4.46mg 2.54mg Lamb
Copper 0.119mg 0.068mg Lamb
Manganese 0.022mg 0.019mg Lamb
Selenium 26.4µg 15.8µg Lamb
Vitamin A 0IU 34IU Turkey bacon
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 10µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin E 0.14mg 0.11mg Lamb
Vitamin D 2IU Lamb
Vitamin D 0.1µg Lamb
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.03mg Lamb
Vitamin B2 0.25mg 0.237mg Lamb
Vitamin B3 6.66mg 4.032mg Lamb
Vitamin B5 0.66mg 0.675mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B6 0.13mg 0.244mg Turkey bacon
Folate 18µg 10µg Lamb
Vitamin B12 2.55µg 1.19µg Lamb
Vitamin K 4.6µg Lamb
Tryptophan 0.287mg Lamb
Threonine 1.05mg Lamb
Isoleucine 1.183mg Lamb
Leucine 1.908mg Lamb
Lysine 2.166mg Lamb
Methionine 0.629mg Lamb
Phenylalanine 0.998mg Lamb
Valine 1.323mg Lamb
Histidine 0.777mg Lamb
Cholesterol 97mg 86mg Turkey bacon
Trans Fat 0.184g Lamb
Saturated Fat 8.83g 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 8.82g 6.223g Lamb
Polyunsaturated fat 1.51g 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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ok
is better in case of low diet
Lamb 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
52%
Lamb
33%
Turkey bacon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
Lamb
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 - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.31g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb
Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 997mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb
Lamb 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. Lamb - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172480/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.