Beef vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Beef and Turkey bacon
- Beef has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Iron, Selenium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, and Zinc, while Turkey bacon has more Calcium.
- Beef's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 126% higher.
- Turkey bacon contains 3 times less Vitamin B6 than Beef. Beef contains 0.669mg of Vitamin B6, while Turkey bacon contains 0.244mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Beef is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Beef, loin, tenderloin roast, separable lean only, boneless, trimmed to 0" fat, select, cooked, roasted and Turkey bacon, unprepared.
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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 IronIron | +117.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +515.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +111.1% |
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 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +174.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.9% |
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:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +158.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1605% |
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Water
~61.83g
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
4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +127.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +783.3% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 169kcal | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 27.55g | 15.94g |
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| Fats | 6.54g | 16.93g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 1.89g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 1.89g |
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| Cholesterol | 85mg | 86mg |
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| Vitamin D | 3IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 80mg |
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| Potassium | 352mg | 349mg |
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| Iron | 3.04mg | 1.4mg |
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| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.068mg |
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| Zinc | 3.7mg | 2.54mg |
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| Phosphorus | 259mg | 222mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 1069mg |
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| Vitamin A | 6IU | 34IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 25.4µg | 15.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.4mg | 0.237mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.76mg | 4.032mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.675mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.669mg | 0.244mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.21µg | 1.19µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.375g | 0.184g |
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| Choline | 75.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.595g | 4.52g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.734g | 6.223g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.532g | 4.699g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.359mg |
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| Threonine | 1.534mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.52mg |
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| Leucine | 2.833mg |
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| Lysine | 3.178mg |
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| Methionine | 0.871mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.299mg |
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| Valine | 1.603mg |
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| Histidine | 1.244mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.027g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.349g | 4.197g |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beef is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef contains less Sodium (difference - 1015mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.925g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beef 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.