Barley vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between barley and turkey meat
- Barley has more manganese, fiber, vitamin B1, copper, iron, and magnesium; however, turkey meat is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6.
- Barley covers your daily manganese needs 84% more than turkey meat.
- Barley has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of barley is 28, while the glycemic index of turkey meat is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Barley, hulled and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +343.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +135.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +89.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +230.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +435.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13778.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +714.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1335.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +107.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +236.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +93.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.48 g
Fats:
2.3 g
Carbs:
73.48 g
Water:
9.44 g
Other:
2.3 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +122366.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +379.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +128.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +221.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +572.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.482 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.295 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.108 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +797.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +91.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 1.943mg | 0.014mg | 84% |
| Fiber | 17.3g | 0g | 69% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.646mg | 0.045mg | 50% |
| Copper | 0.498mg | 0.093mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.02µg | 43% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 109mg | 36% |
| Protein | 12.48g | 28.55g | 32% |
| Iron | 3.6mg | 1.09mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.604mg | 9.573mg | 31% |
| Magnesium | 133mg | 30mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 73.48g | 0.06g | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.318mg | 0.616mg | 23% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Selenium | 37.7µg | 29.8µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.282mg | 0.948mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.482g | 2.155g | 8% |
| Calories | 354kcal | 189kcal | 8% |
| Fats | 2.3g | 7.39g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.108g | 2.119g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.295g | 2.647g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 264mg | 223mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 452mg | 239mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 103mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.77mg | 2.48mg | 3% |
| Folate | 19µg | 9µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 15IU | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 56.18g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.285mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.208mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.424mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.848mg | 1.925mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.465mg | 2.282mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.724mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.7mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.612mg | 0.902mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.281mg | 0.749mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
110%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Barley is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.673g)
Which food is cheaper?
Barley is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Barley is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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