Beef tenderloin vs. Hot dog — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are beef tenderloin and hot dogs different?
- Beef tenderloin is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, iron, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and potassium; however, hot dogs are richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for hot dogs is 45% higher.
- Beef tenderloin contains 3 times more zinc than hot dogs. While beef tenderloin contains 4.03mg of zinc, hot dogs contain only 1.2mg.
- Hot dogs have less saturated fat.
- Beef tenderloin has a lower glycemic index (0) than hot dogs (28).
Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Frankfurter, meat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +46.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +117.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +185.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +26.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +235.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +83.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1000% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +221.4% |
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 | +63.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +114.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +56.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24% |
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:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +132.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
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Fats
~25.76g
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
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -21.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +340.4% |
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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| Sodium | 57mg | 1090mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.46µg | 1.57µg | 37% |
| Protein | 23.9g | 10.26g | 27% |
| Zinc | 4.03mg | 1.2mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3.11mg | 1.09mg | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 4.404g | 23% |
| Selenium | 22.9µg | 12.5µg | 19% |
| Choline | 91mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.121mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 99mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 9.72g | 7.666g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25mg | 0.166mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 331mg | 152mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.097mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 77mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.27g | 11.386g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.055mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 2.665mg | 2% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 290kcal | 2% |
| Fats | 24.6g | 25.76g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 4.17g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 4.17g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 206mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.268mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.044mg | 0.474mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.075mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.889mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.989mg | 0.963mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.612mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.933mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.163mg | 0.555mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.818mg | 0.331mg | 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
44%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot dog is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hot dog is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.054g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 1033mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef tenderloin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beef tenderloin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.