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Turkey bacon vs. Kielbasa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Turkey bacon and Kielbasa different?

  • Turkey bacon is richer in Polyunsaturated fat, while Kielbasa is higher in Monounsaturated Fat.
  • Turkey bacon contains 2 times more Polyunsaturated fat than Kielbasa. Turkey bacon contains 4.699g of Polyunsaturated fat, while Kielbasa contains 2.33g.
  • Kielbasa is lower in Cholesterol.

Turkey bacon, unprepared and Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked types were used in this article.

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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 +12.9%
Contains less Sodium -10.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 24% 53% 12% 96% 31% 140% 70% 23% 3% 87%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 47% 0% 0% 0% 157% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Iron +12.9%
Contains less Sodium -10.9%

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 A +∞%
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%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 50% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +21.7%
Contains more Carbs +106.3%
Equal in Fats - 17.6
Equal in Water - 62
Equal in Other - 3.4
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
13% 18% 4% 62% 3%
Protein: 13.1 g
Fats: 17.6 g
Carbs: 3.9 g
Water: 62 g
Other: 3.4 g
Contains more Protein +21.7%
Contains more Carbs +106.3%
Equal in Fats - 17.6
Equal in Water - 62
Equal in Other - 3.4

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -27.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +101.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +32.9%
29% 40% 30%
Saturated Fat: 4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.699 g
37% 49% 14%
Saturated Fat: 6.23 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.33 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -27.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +101.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +32.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turkey bacon Kielbasa Opinion
Net carbs 1.89g 3.9g Kielbasa
Protein 15.94g 13.1g Turkey bacon
Fats 16.93g 17.6g Kielbasa
Carbs 1.89g 3.9g Kielbasa
Calories 226kcal 226kcal
Calcium 80mg Turkey bacon
Iron 1.4mg 1.24mg Turkey bacon
Magnesium 16mg Turkey bacon
Phosphorus 222mg Turkey bacon
Potassium 349mg Turkey bacon
Sodium 1069mg 1200mg Turkey bacon
Zinc 2.54mg Turkey bacon
Copper 0.068mg Turkey bacon
Manganese 0.019mg Turkey bacon
Selenium 15.8µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin A 34IU 0IU Turkey bacon
Vitamin A RAE 10µg 0µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin E 0.11mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin C 14.8mg Kielbasa
Vitamin B1 0.03mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B2 0.237mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B3 4.032mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B5 0.675mg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B6 0.244mg Turkey bacon
Folate 10µg Turkey bacon
Vitamin B12 1.19µg Turkey bacon
Cholesterol 86mg 70mg Kielbasa
Trans Fat 0.184g Kielbasa
Saturated Fat 4.52g 6.23g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - DHA 0.007g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - EPA 0.006g Turkey bacon
Omega-3 - DPA 0.01g Turkey bacon
Monounsaturated Fat 6.223g 8.27g Kielbasa
Polyunsaturated fat 4.699g 2.33g 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
Turkey bacon Kielbasa
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet Equal
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%
Turkey bacon
4%
Kielbasa
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
Turkey bacon
20%
Kielbasa

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon contains less Sodium (difference - 131mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.71g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)

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. Turkey bacon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174592/nutrients
  2. Kielbasa - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174607/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.