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Beef tenderloin vs. Brotwurst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between beef tenderloin and brotwurst

  • Beef tenderloin is richer in iron, zinc, vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B6, yet brotwurst is richer in vitamin B1.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for brotwurst is 46% higher.
  • Beef tenderloin contains 3 times more iron than brotwurst. Beef tenderloin contains 3.11mg of iron, while brotwurst contains 1.03mg.
  • Brotwurst contains less cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Brotwurst, pork, beef, link.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 2.7% 29% 117% 41% 110% 87% 7.4% 1.8% 125%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 14% 25% 39% 27% 57% 57% 145% 5.2% 93%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +37.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +17.8%
Contains more IronIron +201.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +53.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +91.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +51.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -94.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +34.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +433.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +185.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 23% 60% 56% 15% 58% 308% 0% 6% 50%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 5.4% 4.5% 63% 53% 62% 3.6% 30% 256% 0% 3.8% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +13%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +316.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +92.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +20%
Contains more FolateFolate +60%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +177.8%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~3.3mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 25% 48% 3%
Protein: 23.9 g
Fats: 24.6 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 48.37 g
Other: 3.13 g
14% 28% 3% 51% 4%
Protein: 14.3 g
Fats: 27.8 g
Carbs: 2.98 g
Water: 51.3 g
Other: 3.62 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +67.1%
Contains more FatsFats +13%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +15.7%
~equal in Water ~51.3g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
46% 49% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.72 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1 g
38% 51% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.93 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 13.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.83 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +29.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +183%
~equal in Saturated fat ~9.93g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beef tenderloin Brotwurst DV% diff.
Sodium 57mg 1112mg 46%
Iron 3.11mg 1.03mg 26%
Protein 23.9g 14.3g 19%
Zinc 4.03mg 2.1mg 18%
Choline 91mg 17%
Vitamin B12 2.46µg 2.05µg 17%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.25mg 13%
Polyunsaturated fat 1g 2.83g 12%
Selenium 22.9µg 17µg 11%
Phosphorus 203mg 134mg 10%
Vitamin B6 0.25mg 0.13mg 9%
Monounsaturated fat 10.27g 13.34g 8%
Cholesterol 85mg 63mg 7%
Fats 24.6g 27.8g 5%
Copper 0.123mg 0.08mg 5%
Vitamin B5 0.25mg 0.06mg 4%
Calcium 9mg 48mg 4%
Vitamin B3 3mg 3.3mg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.26mg 0.23mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.27mg 2%
Manganese 0.014mg 0.04mg 1%
Carbs 0g 2.98g 1%
Saturated fat 9.72g 9.93g 1%
Vitamin D 11IU 1%
Potassium 331mg 281mg 1%
Folate 8µg 5µg 1%
Magnesium 22mg 16mg 1%
Calories 324kcal 323kcal 0%
Net carbs 0g 2.98g N/A
Sugar 0g 2.98g N/A
Tryptophan 0.268mg 0.13mg 0%
Threonine 1.044mg 0.6mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.075mg 0.61mg 0%
Leucine 1.889mg 1.08mg 0%
Lysine 1.989mg 1.14mg 0%
Methionine 0.612mg 0.37mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.933mg 0.54mg 0%
Valine 1.163mg 0.68mg 0%
Histidine 0.818mg 0.44mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beef tenderloin Brotwurst
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
44%
Beef tenderloin
37%
Brotwurst
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
Beef tenderloin
47%
Brotwurst

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brotwurst
Brotwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brotwurst
Brotwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 1055mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.21g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is relatively richer in minerals
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. Beef tenderloin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169544/nutrients
  2. Brotwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171622/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.