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Turkey wing vs. Knackwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Turkey wing and Knackwurst

  • Turkey wing has more Vitamin B6, Selenium, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Iron, however, Knackwurst is higher in Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B1.
  • Knackwurst covers your daily need of Sodium 38% more than Turkey wing.
  • Turkey wing has 2 times more Vitamin B6 than Knackwurst. While Turkey wing has 0.41mg of Vitamin B6, Knackwurst has only 0.17mg.
  • Turkey wing has less Saturated Fat.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Turkey, all classes, wing, meat and skin, raw and Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef.

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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 Calcium +27.3%
Contains more Iron +90.9%
Contains more Magnesium +90.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +68.4%
Contains more Potassium +20.6%
Contains less Sodium -94.1%
Contains more Copper +28.3%
Contains more Selenium +65.9%
Contains more Manganese +23.5%
Equal in Zinc - 1.66
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 5% 48% 15% 71% 22% 8% 43% 26% 3% 123%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 4% 25% 8% 43% 18% 122% 46% 20% 3% 74%
Contains more Calcium +27.3%
Contains more Iron +90.9%
Contains more Magnesium +90.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +68.4%
Contains more Potassium +20.6%
Contains less Sodium -94.1%
Contains more Copper +28.3%
Contains more Selenium +65.9%
Contains more Manganese +23.5%
Equal in Zinc - 1.66

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 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +61.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +73.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +141.2%
Contains more Folate +250%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +584%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +27.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +202.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 0% 13% 26% 83% 34% 95% 6% 49% 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% 12% 34% 0% 86% 33% 52% 20% 40% 2% 148% 4%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +61.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +73.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +141.2%
Contains more Folate +250%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +584%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +27.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +202.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +82.2%
Contains more Water +20.2%
Contains more Fats +124.8%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +178.4%
20% 12% 66%
Protein: 20.22 g
Fats: 12.32 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 66.49 g
Other: 0.97 g
11% 28% 3% 55% 3%
Protein: 11.1 g
Fats: 27.7 g
Carbs: 3.2 g
Water: 55.3 g
Other: 2.7 g
Contains more Protein +82.2%
Contains more Water +20.2%
Contains more Fats +124.8%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +178.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -67.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +157.7%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 2.92
30% 45% 26%
Saturated Fat: 3.28 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.86 g
39% 49% 11%
Saturated Fat: 10.21 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.92 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -67.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +157.7%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 2.92

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turkey wing Knackwurst Opinion
Net carbs 0g 3.2g Knackwurst
Protein 20.22g 11.1g Turkey wing
Fats 12.32g 27.7g Knackwurst
Carbs 0g 3.2g Knackwurst
Calories 197kcal 307kcal Knackwurst
Calcium 14mg 11mg Turkey wing
Iron 1.26mg 0.66mg Turkey wing
Magnesium 21mg 11mg Turkey wing
Phosphorus 165mg 98mg Turkey wing
Potassium 240mg 199mg Turkey wing
Sodium 55mg 930mg Turkey wing
Zinc 1.54mg 1.66mg Knackwurst
Copper 0.077mg 0.06mg Turkey wing
Manganese 0.017mg 0.021mg Knackwurst
Selenium 22.4µg 13.5µg Turkey wing
Vitamin A 11IU 0IU Turkey wing
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 0µg Turkey wing
Vitamin E 0.57mg Knackwurst
Vitamin D 44IU Knackwurst
Vitamin D 1.1µg Knackwurst
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.342mg Knackwurst
Vitamin B2 0.11mg 0.14mg Knackwurst
Vitamin B3 4.425mg 2.734mg Turkey wing
Vitamin B5 0.554mg 0.32mg Turkey wing
Vitamin B6 0.41mg 0.17mg Turkey wing
Folate 7µg 2µg Turkey wing
Vitamin B12 0.39µg 1.18µg Knackwurst
Vitamin K 1.6µg Knackwurst
Tryptophan 0.217mg 0.138mg Turkey wing
Threonine 0.866mg 0.432mg Turkey wing
Isoleucine 0.975mg 0.639mg Turkey wing
Leucine 1.531mg 0.874mg Turkey wing
Lysine 1.773mg 1.01mg Turkey wing
Methionine 0.551mg 0.276mg Turkey wing
Phenylalanine 0.78mg 0.501mg Turkey wing
Valine 1.031mg 0.639mg Turkey wing
Histidine 0.585mg 0.314mg Turkey wing
Cholesterol 70mg 60mg Knackwurst
Saturated Fat 3.28g 10.21g Turkey wing
Omega-3 - DHA 0.01g 0g Turkey wing
Omega-3 - DPA 0.01g 0g Turkey wing
Monounsaturated Fat 4.97g 12.81g Knackwurst
Polyunsaturated fat 2.86g 2.92g Knackwurst

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Turkey wing Knackwurst
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
25%
Turkey wing
35%
Knackwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
Turkey wing
36%
Knackwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing contains less Sodium (difference - 875mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.93g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Knackwurst
Knackwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

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 wing - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171495/nutrients
  2. Knackwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173867/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.