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Beefsteak raw vs. Tomato paste — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between beefsteak raw and tomato paste

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, tomato paste is richer in copper, vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
  • Beefsteak raw covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 112% more than tomato paste.
  • Tomato paste has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tomato paste is 45, while the glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0.

Specific 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 Tomato products, canned, paste, without salt added.

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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 30% 11% 89% 112% 122% 17% 36% 7.7% 39% 29%
Contains more ZincZinc +741.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +165.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +426.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +68%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +620%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +170.4%
Contains more IronIron +49%
Contains more CopperCopper +362%
~equal in Sodium ~59mg

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 73% 25% 86% 0% 15% 35% 58% 8.5% 50% 0% 29% 9% 21%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +25%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +19%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +64.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +151.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +3700%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +660%
Contains more FolateFolate +300%

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
4% 19% 74% 3%
Protein: 4.32 g
Fats: 0.47 g
Carbs: 18.91 g
Water: 73.5 g
Other: 2.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +394.9%
Contains more FatsFats +1040.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +748.5%
~equal in Water ~73.5g

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
31% 20% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.067 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.16 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +3413.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +18.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -94.7%

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 Tomato paste
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Tomato paste DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0µg 112%
Zinc 5.3mg 0.63mg 42%
Selenium 27.9µg 5.3µg 41%
Protein 21.38g 4.32g 34%
Copper 0.079mg 0.365mg 32%
Vitamin E 4.3mg 29%
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 0.216mg 25%
Vitamin C 0mg 21.9mg 24%
Cholesterol 67mg 0mg 22%
Phosphorus 220mg 83mg 20%
Potassium 375mg 1014mg 19%
Fiber 0g 4.1g 16%
Manganese 0.302mg 13%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 3.076mg 12%
Iron 2mg 2.98mg 12%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 11.4µg 8%
Vitamin A 2µg 76µg 8%
Saturated fat 1.875g 0.1g 8%
Fats 5.36g 0.47g 8%
Choline 38.5mg 7%
Fructose 5.85g 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 0.067g 6%
Carbs 0g 18.91g 6%
Magnesium 25mg 42mg 4%
Calories 134kcal 82kcal 3%
Vitamin B5 0.142mg 3%
Calcium 5mg 36mg 3%
Folate 3µg 12µg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.153mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.06mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 14.81g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 0g 12.18g N/A
Starch 0.22g 0%
Sodium 55mg 59mg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g 0g N/A
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 0.16g 0%
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0.031mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0.133mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0.089mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0.124mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0.134mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0.027mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.13mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0.088mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0.071mg 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 Tomato paste
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
31%
Tomato paste
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
49%
Tomato paste

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tomato paste
Tomato paste is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato paste
Tomato paste is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.775g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato paste
Tomato paste is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato paste
Tomato paste is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
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. Tomato paste - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170459/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.