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Beefsteak vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between beefsteak and turkey sausage

  • Turkey sausage has less selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, zinc, choline, and phosphorus than beefsteak.
  • Beefsteak covers your daily need for selenium, 52% more than turkey sausage.
  • Beefsteak has 3 times more choline than turkey sausage. While beefsteak has 101.8mg of choline, turkey sausage has only 33.9mg.
  • Turkey sausage has less saturated fat.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beef, loin, top loin, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, grilled and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild.

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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 16% 6.6% 30% 61% 24% 132% 91% 7.4% 1.2% 157%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 9.6% 20% 40% 37% 81% 66% 83% 0% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +43.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +48.5%
Contains more IronIron +52.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +62.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +37.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +45.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +52.1%

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.
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% 9% 0% 20% 32% 131% 32% 135% 173% 4% 6% 56%
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 1.7% 0% 3.8% 6% 14% 38% 69% 0% 48% 99% 4% 3% 18%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +136.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +44.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +89%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +181.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +74.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +100%
Contains more CholineCholine +200.3%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +17.9%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~1.6µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 15% 58%
Protein: 26.72 g
Fats: 15.11 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 57.96 g
Other: 0.21 g
15% 18% 63% 2%
Protein: 15.42 g
Fats: 18.09 g
Carbs: 1.56 g
Water: 63.12 g
Other: 1.81 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +73.3%
Contains more FatsFats +19.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +761.9%
~equal in Water ~63.12g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
46% 49% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 5.951 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.298 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.56 g
28% 38% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.839 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.657 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +22.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -35.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +731.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak Turkey sausage DV% diff.
Selenium 28.8µg 0µg 52%
Vitamin B6 0.585mg 0.208mg 29%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.56g 4.657g 27%
Cholesterol 79mg 160mg 27%
Sodium 57mg 639mg 25%
Vitamin B12 1.38µg 0.79µg 25%
Protein 26.72g 15.42g 23%
Vitamin B3 6.978mg 3.692mg 21%
Zinc 4.85mg 2.98mg 17%
Choline 101.8mg 33.9mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.527mg 11%
Saturated fat 5.951g 3.839g 10%
Phosphorus 213mg 155mg 8%
Iron 1.63mg 1.07mg 7%
Fats 15.11g 18.09g 5%
Copper 0.073mg 0.111mg 4%
Potassium 340mg 229mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 6.298g 5.158g 3%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 0.19mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.4µg 2%
Magnesium 23mg 16mg 2%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg 0.165mg 2%
Vitamin D 17IU 2%
Vitamin B1 0.078mg 0.054mg 2%
Folate 8µg 4µg 1%
Calories 250kcal 235kcal 1%
Calcium 22mg 32mg 1%
Carbs 0g 1.56g 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.5mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 1.56g N/A
Manganese 0.009mg 0%
Vitamin K 1.6µg 1.6µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.173mg 0.175mg 0%
Threonine 1.054mg 0.686mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.201mg 0.802mg 0%
Leucine 2.099mg 1.229mg 0%
Lysine 2.23mg 1.453mg 0%
Methionine 0.687mg 0.447mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.042mg 0.612mg 0%
Valine 1.309mg 0.819mg 0%
Histidine 0.842mg 0.481mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Beefsteak Turkey sausage
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
46%
Beefsteak
23%
Turkey sausage
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
Beefsteak
35%
Turkey sausage

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey sausage
Turkey sausage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.112g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey sausage
Turkey sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beefsteak
Beefsteak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 81mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak
Beefsteak contains less Sodium (difference - 582mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak
Beefsteak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beefsteak
Beefsteak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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 - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168720/nutrients
  2. Turkey sausage - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174600/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.