Beef sticks vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are beef sticks and jerky different?
- Beef sticks are higher in vitamin B2 and vitamin B3; however, jerky is richer in zinc, folate, phosphorus, iron, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for zinc for jerky is 52% higher.
- Beef sticks contain 3 times more vitamin B2 than jerky. While beef sticks contain 0.436mg of vitamin B2, jerky contains only 0.142mg.
- Jerky has less cholesterol.
Snacks, beef sticks, smoked and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed are the varieties 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 CalciumCalcium | +240% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +142.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +132.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +235.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +207% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +101.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.5 g
Fats:
49.6 g
Carbs:
5.4 g
Water:
19.1 g
Other:
4.4 g
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +93.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +103.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.47 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.42 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +81.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +337.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 2.42mg | 8.11mg | 52% |
| Saturated fat | 20.8g | 10.85g | 45% |
| Fats | 49.6g | 25.6g | 37% |
| Folate | 0µg | 134µg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 180mg | 407mg | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 133mg | 48mg | 28% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 5.42mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1531mg | 2081mg | 24% |
| Protein | 21.5g | 33.2g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 20.47g | 11.305g | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.436mg | 0.142mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.42g | 1.011g | 23% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 20% | |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.54mg | 1.732mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.13mg | 0.227mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 257mg | 597mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Calories | 550kcal | 410kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 51mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Calcium | 68mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.328mg | 0.163mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.205mg | 0.179mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 5.4g | 11g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 13µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.086mg | 0.111mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.4g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 0.99µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.184mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.832mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.818mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.518mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.454mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.801mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.53mg | 0% |
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
34%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jerky is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerky is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.95g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef sticks contains less Sodium (difference - 550mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef sticks is cheaper (difference - $4)
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.