Beef tenderloin vs. Luncheon meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Beef tenderloin and Luncheon meat
- Beef tenderloin has more Vitamin B12, Iron, Zinc, and Copper, however, Luncheon meat is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B5.
- Beef tenderloin covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 64% more than Luncheon meat.
- Beef tenderloin has 4 times more Copper than Luncheon meat. While Beef tenderloin has 0.123mg of Copper, Luncheon meat has only 0.03mg.
- Luncheon meat has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned.
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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 | +22.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +80% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +310% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +164.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +67.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +22.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +167.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +42.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +42.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +74.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +145.2% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
17.5 g
Fats:
12.77 g
Carbs:
1.04 g
Water:
65.87 g
Other:
2.82 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +92.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.2% |
~equal in
Other
~2.82g
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
3.944 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.565 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +80.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -59.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +56.5% |
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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 324kcal | 189kcal |
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| Protein | 23.9g | 17.5g |
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| Fats | 24.6g | 12.77g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 1.04g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 1.04g |
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| Cholesterol | 85mg | 78mg |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 5mg |
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| Potassium | 331mg | 300mg |
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| Iron | 3.11mg | 0.97mg |
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| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.03mg |
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| Zinc | 4.03mg | 2.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 203mg | 170mg |
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| Sodium | 57mg | 820mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.16mg |
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| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.037mg |
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| Selenium | 22.9µg | 38.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.128mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 5.225mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 0.613mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.25mg | 0.272mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.46µg | 0.92µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 91mg | 63.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 9.72g | 3.944g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.27g | 5.685g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 1.565g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.268mg |
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| Threonine | 1.044mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.075mg |
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| Leucine | 1.889mg |
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| Lysine | 1.989mg |
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| Methionine | 0.612mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.933mg |
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| Valine | 1.163mg |
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| Histidine | 0.818mg |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Luncheon meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.776g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 763mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef tenderloin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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.