Beef vs. Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between beef and peanuts
- Beef is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, yet peanuts are richer in copper, manganese, folate, vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, magnesium, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for beef is 175% higher.
- Beef contains 4 times more selenium than peanuts. Beef contains 25.4µg of selenium, while peanuts contain 7.2µg.
- Beef has a lower glycemic index than peanuts.
Food types used in this article are Beef, loin, tenderloin roast, separable lean only, boneless, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted and Peanuts, all types, raw.
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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 ZincZinc | +13.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +252.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +607.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1079.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21388.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +196.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +92.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +44% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3232% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +764.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +267.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3328.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +910.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +652.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1065% |
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Protein
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +793.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2824.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.21µg | 0µg | 175% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 1.144mg | 116% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.532g | 15.558g | 100% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 1.934mg | 84% |
| Fats | 6.54g | 49.24g | 66% |
| Folate | 7µg | 240µg | 58% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.734g | 24.426g | 54% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 8.33mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.64mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.76mg | 12.066mg | 39% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 168mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.5g | 34% |
| Selenium | 25.4µg | 7.2µg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 0mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 1.767mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.669mg | 0.348mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.4mg | 0.135mg | 20% |
| Calories | 169kcal | 567kcal | 20% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 4.58mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 259mg | 376mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 2.595g | 6.279g | 17% |
| Potassium | 352mg | 705mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 92mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 0g | 16.13g | 5% |
| Zinc | 3.7mg | 3.27mg | 4% |
| Protein | 27.55g | 25.8g | 4% |
| Choline | 75.6mg | 52.5mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 7.63g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.72g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.375g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.359mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.534mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.52mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.833mg | 1.672mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 3.178mg | 0.926mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.871mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.299mg | 1.377mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.603mg | 1.082mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.244mg | 0.652mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peanut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 36mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.72g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.684g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef is cheaper (difference - $2.8)
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.