Lamb vs. Turkey breast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Lamb and Turkey breast
- Lamb has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Iron, Selenium, and Monounsaturated Fat, while Turkey breast has more Vitamin B6.
- Lamb covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 89% more than Turkey breast.
- Lamb contains 5 times more Saturated Fat than Turkey breast. While Lamb contains 8.83g of Saturated Fat, Turkey breast contains only 1.91g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw.
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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.
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Calcium
+30.8%
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Iron
+56.7%
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Potassium
+12.7%
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Zinc
+184.1%
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Copper
+60.8%
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Manganese
+22.2%
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Selenium
+17.9%
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Sodium
-18.1%
Equal in Magnesium - 24
Equal in Phosphorus - 186
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Calcium
+30.8%
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Iron
+56.7%
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Potassium
+12.7%
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Zinc
+184.1%
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Copper
+60.8%
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Manganese
+22.2%
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Selenium
+17.9%
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-18.1%
Equal in Magnesium - 24
Equal in Phosphorus - 186
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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Vitamin B1
+72.4%
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Vitamin B2
+117.4%
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Vitamin B3
+28.1%
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Folate
+157.1%
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Vitamin B12
+507.1%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin B6
+269.2%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.621
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Vitamin B1
+72.4%
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Vitamin B2
+117.4%
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Vitamin B3
+28.1%
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Folate
+157.1%
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Vitamin B12
+507.1%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin B6
+269.2%
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.621
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+12%
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Fats
+198.3%
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Water
+30.4%
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Other
+26.8%
Protein:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
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0.82 g
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21.89 g
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7.02 g
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0 g
Water:
70.05 g
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1.04 g
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Protein
+12%
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Fats
+198.3%
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Water
+30.4%
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+26.8%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+231.6%
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Saturated Fat
-78.4%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.66
Saturated Fat:
8.83 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.51 g
Saturated Fat:
1.91 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.66 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.66 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+231.6%
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Saturated Fat
-78.4%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.66
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 24.52g | 21.89g |
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| Fats | 20.94g | 7.02g |
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| Calories | 294kcal | 157kcal |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 13mg |
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| Iron | 1.88mg | 1.2mg |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 24mg |
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| Phosphorus | 188mg | 186mg |
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| Potassium | 310mg | 275mg |
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| Sodium | 72mg | 59mg |
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| Zinc | 4.46mg | 1.57mg |
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| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.074mg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.018mg |
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| Selenium | 26.4µg | 22.4µg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 6IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.115mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 5.2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.621mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.48mg |
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| Folate | 18µg | 7µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0.42µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.6µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.242mg |
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| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.957mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 1.099mg |
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| Leucine | 1.908mg | 1.704mg |
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| Lysine | 2.166mg | 1.996mg |
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| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.616mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.857mg |
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| Valine | 1.323mg | 1.141mg |
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| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.66mg |
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| Cholesterol | 97mg | 65mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.83g | 1.91g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.82g | 2.66g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 1.66g |
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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%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey breast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.92g)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey breast is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)