Turkey leg vs. Chuck steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Turkey leg and Chuck steak
- Turkey leg has more Copper, Vitamin B5, and Polyunsaturated fat, while Chuck steak has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B3, and Iron.
- Chuck steak covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 110% more than Turkey leg.
- Turkey leg contains 2 times more Polyunsaturated fat than Chuck steak. While Turkey leg contains 1.83g of Polyunsaturated fat, Chuck steak contains only 0.81g.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Turkey leg is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Turkey, all classes, leg, meat and skin, raw and Beef, chuck eye steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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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Copper
+84.4%
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Manganese
+83.3%
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Iron
+42.4%
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Potassium
+19%
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Zinc
+180.9%
Equal in Calcium - 16
Equal in Magnesium - 22
Equal in Phosphorus - 193
Equal in Sodium - 71
Equal in Selenium - 27.5
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Copper
+84.4%
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Manganese
+83.3%
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Iron
+42.4%
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Potassium
+19%
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Zinc
+180.9%
Equal in Calcium - 16
Equal in Magnesium - 22
Equal in Phosphorus - 193
Equal in Sodium - 71
Equal in Selenium - 27.5
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
+16.7%
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Vitamin B2
+10.5%
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Vitamin B5
+44.9%
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Folate
+66.7%
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Vitamin A
+733.3%
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Vitamin B3
+58.2%
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Vitamin B12
+676.9%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.191
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.373
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Vitamin B1
+16.7%
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Vitamin B2
+10.5%
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Vitamin B5
+44.9%
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Folate
+66.7%
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Vitamin A
+733.3%
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Vitamin B3
+58.2%
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Vitamin B12
+676.9%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.191
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.373
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Water
+31.6%
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Other
+556.3%
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Protein
+27.8%
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Fats
+192.3%
Protein:
19.54 g
Fats:
6.72 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.69 g
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1.05 g
Protein:
24.98 g
Fats:
19.64 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.22 g
Other:
0.16 g
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Water
+31.6%
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+556.3%
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Protein
+27.8%
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Fats
+192.3%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-76.2%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+125.9%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+359.1%
Saturated Fat:
2.06 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.83 g
Saturated Fat:
8.66 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
9.457 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.81 g
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Saturated Fat
-76.2%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+125.9%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+359.1%
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 19.54g | 24.98g |
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| Fats | 6.72g | 19.64g |
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| Calories | 144kcal | 277kcal |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 16mg |
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| Iron | 1.72mg | 2.45mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 22mg |
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| Phosphorus | 177mg | 193mg |
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| Potassium | 273mg | 325mg |
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| Sodium | 74mg | 71mg |
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| Zinc | 3.09mg | 8.68mg |
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| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.077mg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.012mg |
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| Selenium | 26.4µg | 27.5µg |
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| Vitamin A | 3IU | 25IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 1µg | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 5IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.211mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.947mg | 4.663mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.09mg | 0.752mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.34mg | 0.373mg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 3.03µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0.281mg |
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| Threonine | 0.861mg | 1.099mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.998mg | 1.062mg |
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| Leucine | 1.537mg | 2.009mg |
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| Lysine | 1.809mg | 2.184mg |
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| Methionine | 0.557mg | 0.709mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.769mg | 0.951mg |
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| Valine | 1.028mg | 1.129mg |
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| Histidine | 0.598mg | 0.809mg |
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| Cholesterol | 71mg | 87mg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.287g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.06g | 8.66g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0.004g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.06g | 9.457g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.83g | 0.81g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.619g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.041g |
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
27%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey leg is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.6g)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey leg is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chuck steak contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.