Beef shank vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Beef shank and Turkey meat
- Beef shank is richer in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, Copper, Vitamin B1, and Potassium, yet Turkey meat is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Beef shank is 115% higher.
- Beef shank contains 4 times more Zinc than Turkey meat. Beef shank contains 10.49mg of Zinc, while Turkey meat contains 2.48mg.
- Beef shank contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Beef, shank crosscuts, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, simmered 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 CalciumCalcium | +128.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87% |
| Contains more IronIron | +254.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +84.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +323% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.9% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +211.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +271.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +131.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.68 g
Fats:
6.36 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.21 g
Other:
1.75 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +264.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
~equal in
Water
~63.52g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.29 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.21 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +909% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~2.155g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~2.647g
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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 201kcal | 189kcal |
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| Protein | 33.68g | 28.55g |
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| Fats | 6.36g | 7.39g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 0.06g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 0.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 78mg | 109mg |
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| Vitamin D | 15IU |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 30mg | |
| Calcium | 32mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 447mg | 239mg |
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| Iron | 3.86mg | 1.09mg |
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| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.093mg |
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| Zinc | 10.49mg | 2.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 263mg | 223mg |
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| Sodium | 64mg | 103mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 39IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.014mg |
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| Selenium | 30µg | 29.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.281mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.89mg | 9.573mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.41mg | 0.948mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.37mg | 0.616mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.79µg | 1.02µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.101g |
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| Choline | 87.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.29g | 2.155g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.86g | 2.647g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.21g | 2.119g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.377mg | 0.291mg |
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| Threonine | 1.471mg | 1.004mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.514mg | 0.796mg |
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| Leucine | 2.662mg | 1.925mg |
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| Lysine | 2.802mg | 2.282mg |
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| Methionine | 0.862mg | 0.724mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.315mg | 0.903mg |
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| Valine | 1.638mg | 0.902mg |
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| Histidine | 1.153mg | 0.749mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
60%
50%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
85%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.135g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beef shank is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef shank is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef shank contains less Sodium (difference - 39mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef shank is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef shank is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)