Beef vs. Longan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are beef and longan different?
- Beef is higher in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2; however, longan is richer in vitamin C and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for beef is 175% higher.
- Beef has a lower glycemic index (0) than longan (45).
Beef, loin, tenderloin roast, separable lean only, boneless, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted and Longans, raw 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 | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2238.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +7300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1133.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +477.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1820% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2003.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6440% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +250% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.21µg | 0µg | 175% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 84mg | 93% |
| Protein | 27.55g | 1.31g | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.669mg | 51% | |
| Selenium | 25.4µg | 46% | |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 0.13mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 259mg | 21mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.76mg | 0.3mg | 34% |
| Zinc | 3.7mg | 0.05mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 0mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.4mg | 0.14mg | 20% |
| Choline | 75.6mg | 14% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.595g | 12% | |
| Fats | 6.54g | 0.1g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 10% | |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.169mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.734g | 7% | |
| Calories | 169kcal | 60kcal | 5% |
| Carbs | 0g | 15.14g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.532g | 4% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.031mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 352mg | 266mg | 3% |
| Folate | 7µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 54mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.052mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 10mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 14.04g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.375g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.534mg | 0.034mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.52mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.833mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 3.178mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.871mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.299mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.603mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.244mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.349g | N/A |
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
76%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Longan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Longan is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Longan contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Longan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.595g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beef is relatively richer in vitamins