Beef vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between beef and cheese sandwich
- Beef has more vitamin B12, vitamin B6, zinc, and vitamin B3; however, cheese sandwich is richer in manganese, vitamin B1, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Beef covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 170% more than cheese sandwich.
- Cheese sandwich has 12 times less cholesterol than beef. Beef has 85mg of cholesterol, while cheese sandwich has 7mg.
- Cheese sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54, while the glycemic index of beef is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Beef, loin, tenderloin roast, separable lean only, boneless, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +15% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +325.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +285.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1469.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +64.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11933.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +80.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +156.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +3408.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1083.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +383.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +814.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.55 g
Fats:
6.54 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.71 g
Other:
0.2 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +181.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1953.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +282.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1800% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.595 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.734 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.532 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -37.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +278.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1622.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 169kcal | 497kcal |
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| Protein | 27.55g | 9.8g |
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| Fats | 6.54g | 25g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 55.1g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 58.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 85mg | 7mg |
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| Vitamin D | 3IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 54mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 204mg |
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| Potassium | 352mg | 306mg |
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| Iron | 3.04mg | 2.62mg |
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| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.16mg |
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| Zinc | 3.7mg | 0.87mg |
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| Phosphorus | 259mg | 382mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 839mg |
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| Vitamin A | 6IU | 71IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 21µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.009mg | 1.083mg |
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| Selenium | 25.4µg | 24.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.4mg | 0.427mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.76mg | 3.185mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.622mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.669mg | 0.261mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.21µg | 0.12µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 64µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.375g |
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| Choline | 75.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.595g | 4.129g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 2.734g | 10.351g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.532g | 9.166g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.359mg | 0.13mg |
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| Threonine | 1.534mg | 0.298mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.52mg | 0.383mg |
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| Leucine | 2.833mg | 0.698mg |
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| Lysine | 3.178mg | 0.344mg |
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| Methionine | 0.871mg | 0.167mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.299mg | 0.472mg |
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| Valine | 1.603mg | 0.438mg |
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| Histidine | 1.244mg | 0.219mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.349g |
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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
76%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef contains less Sodium (difference - 785mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.534g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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