Bison meat vs. Emu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between bison meat and emu
- Bison meat is richer in vitamin B12, yet emu is richer in vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, copper, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for emu is 45% higher.
- Bison meat contains less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Game meat, bison, separable lean only, cooked, roasted and Emu, full rump, cooked, broiled.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +166.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +350% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.8% |
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 | +38.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +330% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +138.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +184.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +146.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.44 g
Fats:
2.42 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.54 g
Other:
2.6 g
Protein:
33.67 g
Fats:
2.68 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
61.97 g
Other:
1.68 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10.7% |
~equal in
Carbs
~0g
~equal in
Water
~61.97g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.91 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.95 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.24 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.87 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.079 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.613 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +13.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +155.4% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.87g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 143kcal | 168kcal |
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| Protein | 28.44g | 33.67g |
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| Fats | 2.42g | 2.68g |
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| Cholesterol | 82mg | 129mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 34mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 7mg |
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| Potassium | 361mg | 324mg |
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| Iron | 3.42mg | 6.89mg |
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| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.285mg |
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| Zinc | 3.68mg | 4.32mg |
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| Phosphorus | 209mg | 323mg |
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| Sodium | 57mg | 110mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 11IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.36mg | 0.26mg |
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| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.036mg |
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| Selenium | 35.5µg | 52.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.43mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.645mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.71mg | 10.569mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 3.647mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.987mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.86µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.3µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 10µg |
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| Choline | 114.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.91g | 0.87g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 1.079g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.24g | 0.613g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.222mg |
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| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.965mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.198mg | 1.094mg |
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| Leucine | 2.21mg | 1.859mg |
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| Lysine | 2.219mg | 1.981mg |
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| Methionine | 0.674mg | 0.638mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.065mg | 0.961mg |
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| Valine | 1.287mg | 1.121mg |
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| Histidine | 0.754mg | 0.737mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
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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
53%
91%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
97%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Emu is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.04g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Emu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Emu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bison meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bison meat contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
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 ($)
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.