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Beefsteak raw vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between beefsteak raw and candy bar

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12 and selenium, while candy bar has more vitamin B6, copper, magnesium, folate, vitamin B3, and fiber.
  • Candy bar's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 11727% higher.
  • The amount of cholesterol in candy bar is lower.
  • Beefsteak raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0, while the glycemic index of candy bar is 51.

The food types used in this comparison are Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw and Candies, peanut bar.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 79% 23% 36% 36% 258% 107% 132% 20% 162% 26%
Contains more IronIron +106.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +34.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -64.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +493.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +340%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1460%
Contains more CopperCopper +879.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +40%
~equal in Potassium ~407mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 82% 0% 25% 32% 149% 50% 35308% 0% 0% 56% 16%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +30%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +56.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +28076.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +2400%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
16% 34% 47% 2%
Protein: 15.5 g
Fats: 33.7 g
Carbs: 47.4 g
Water: 1.6 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +37.9%
Contains more WaterWater +4458.1%
Contains more FatsFats +528.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +445.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
15% 52% 33%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 10.65 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -59.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +610.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +5534.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beefsteak raw Candy bar
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Candy bar DV% diff.
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 153mg 11727%
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0µg 112%
Copper 0.079mg 0.774mg 77%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 10.65g 70%
Manganese 1.243mg 54%
Fats 5.36g 33.7g 44%
Selenium 27.9µg 4.7µg 42%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 16.721g 36%
Vitamin E 4.1mg 27%
Cholesterol 67mg 0mg 22%
Magnesium 25mg 110mg 20%
Calories 134kcal 522kcal 19%
Folate 3µg 75µg 18%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 7.922mg 18%
Vitamin B5 0.83mg 17%
Carbs 0g 47.4g 16%
Fiber 0g 4.1g 16%
Phosphorus 220mg 308mg 13%
Iron 2mg 0.97mg 13%
Saturated fat 1.875g 4.678g 13%
Zinc 5.3mg 3.94mg 12%
Protein 21.38g 15.5g 12%
Calcium 5mg 78mg 7%
Choline 29.4mg 5%
Sodium 55mg 156mg 4%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.14mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.1mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 0µg 1%
Potassium 375mg 407mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 43.3g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 0g 42.22g N/A
Vitamin A 2µg 0µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0.149mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0.52mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0.534mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0.986mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0.545mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0.185mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.787mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0.638mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0.385mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g 0g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Beefsteak raw Candy bar
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Beefsteak raw
2748%
Candy bar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
88%
Candy bar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.803g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/nutrients
  2. Candy bar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169585/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.