Bison meat vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Bison meat and Rib eye steak
- Bison meat is richer in Vitamin B12, Iron, Choline, Selenium, and Phosphorus, yet Rib eye steak is richer in Zinc, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Rib eye steak is 44% higher.
- Bison meat contains 2 times more Choline than Rib eye steak. Bison meat contains 114.8mg of Choline, while Rib eye steak contains 48.8mg.
- Bison meat contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Game meat, bison, separable lean only, cooked, roasted and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +18.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +37.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +19.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +900% |
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 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +36.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +135.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +23.1% |
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:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25900% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +801.2% |
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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
9.684 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -90.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1007.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +327.9% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 143kcal | 291kcal |
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| Protein | 28.44g | 23.69g |
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| Fats | 2.42g | 21.81g |
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| Cholesterol | 82mg | 80mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 361mg | 260mg |
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| Iron | 3.42mg | 2.24mg |
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| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 3.68mg | 5.91mg |
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| Phosphorus | 209mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 57mg | 54mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 25IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 8µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.36mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.08mg |
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| Selenium | 35.5µg | 29.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.71mg | 4.908mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.477mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.86µg | 2.1µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.478g |
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| Choline | 114.8mg | 48.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.91g | 9.684g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.95g | 10.519g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.24g | 1.027g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.265mg |
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| Threonine | 1.171mg | 1.116mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.198mg | 1.103mg |
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| Leucine | 2.21mg | 2.041mg |
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| Lysine | 2.219mg | 2.269mg |
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| Methionine | 0.674mg | 0.641mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.065mg | 0.95mg |
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| Valine | 1.287mg | 1.184mg |
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| Histidine | 0.754mg | 0.888mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index 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%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rib eye steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rib eye steak contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Bison meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.774g)
Which food is cheaper?
Bison meat is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bison meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.