Beef tenderloin vs. Elk meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between beef tenderloin and elk meat
- Beef tenderloin has more selenium, while elk meat has more copper, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, iron, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Beef tenderloin's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 42% higher.
- Elk meat contains 2 times less selenium than beef tenderloin. Beef tenderloin contains 22.9µg of selenium, while elk meat contains 10.5µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in elk meat is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Game meat, elk, tenderloin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled.
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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 | +80% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +118.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +183.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +35.7% |
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.
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +104.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +384.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +94% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +20.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.9 g
Fats:
24.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
48.37 g
Other:
3.13 g
Protein:
30.76 g
Fats:
3.41 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.93 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +621.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +247.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.2% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.72 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.342 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.161 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +958.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +521.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.2% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 9.72g | 1.342g | 38% |
| Fats | 24.6g | 3.41g | 33% |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.349mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 22.9µg | 10.5µg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.27g | 0.97g | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.46µg | 2.96µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 6.143mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 1.212mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25mg | 0.485mg | 18% |
| Choline | 91mg | 17% | |
| Protein | 23.9g | 30.76g | 14% |
| Iron | 3.11mg | 4.07mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 285mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.37mg | 8% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 162kcal | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 0.161g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.144mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 72mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 331mg | 392mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 4.03mg | 4.12mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 57mg | 50mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.019mg | 0% |
| Folate | 8µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.268mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 1.236mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.075mg | 1.291mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.889mg | 2.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.989mg | 2.513mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.612mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.933mg | 1.126mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.163mg | 1.428mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.818mg | 0.948mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A |
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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
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62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Elk meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Elk meat contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Elk meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.378g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Elk meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Elk meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)