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Bologna sausage vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between bologna sausage and turkey bacon

  • Bologna sausage has more vitamin B1; however, turkey bacon has more phosphorus, vitamin B12, iron, calcium, vitamin B2, and selenium.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for bologna sausage is 41% higher.
  • Turkey bacon has 2 times less saturated fat than bologna sausage. Bologna sausage has 6.839g of saturated fat, while turkey bacon has 4.52g.

Food types used in this article are Bologna, pork and Turkey bacon, unprepared.

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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 10% 3.3% 25% 29% 27% 55% 60% 118% 4.7% 69%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 24% 31% 53% 23% 69% 95% 139% 2.5% 86%
Contains more CopperCopper +17.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -15.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +89.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +14.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +627.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +24.2%
Contains more IronIron +81.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +25.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +59.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +24.4%

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% 5.2% 21% 131% 36% 73% 43% 62% 116% 0.75% 3.8% 30%
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% 3.3% 2.2% 0% 7.5% 55% 76% 41% 56% 149% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +136.4%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1643.3%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +51%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +28%
Contains more FolateFolate +100%
~equal in Vitamin C ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~4.032mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.675mg
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.244mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 20% 61% 4%
Protein: 15.3 g
Fats: 19.87 g
Carbs: 0.73 g
Water: 60.6 g
Other: 3.5 g
16% 17% 2% 62% 3%
Protein: 15.94 g
Fats: 16.93 g
Carbs: 1.89 g
Water: 61.83 g
Other: 3.41 g
Contains more FatsFats +17.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +158.9%
~equal in Protein ~15.94g
~equal in Water ~61.83g
~equal in Other ~3.41g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
37% 52% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.839 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.732 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.107 g
29% 40% 30%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.52 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.699 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +56.4%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -33.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +123%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Bologna sausage Turkey bacon DV% diff.
Vitamin B1 0.523mg 0.03mg 41%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.107g 4.699g 17%
Phosphorus 139mg 222mg 12%
Vitamin B12 0.93µg 1.19µg 11%
Saturated fat 6.839g 4.52g 11%
Choline 54.4mg 10%
Cholesterol 59mg 86mg 9%
Monounsaturated fat 9.732g 6.223g 9%
Iron 0.77mg 1.4mg 8%
Vitamin D 56IU 7%
Calcium 11mg 80mg 7%
Sodium 907mg 1069mg 7%
Vitamin D 1.4µg 7%
Selenium 12.7µg 15.8µg 6%
Vitamin B2 0.157mg 0.237mg 6%
Zinc 2.03mg 2.54mg 5%
Fats 19.87g 16.93g 5%
Potassium 281mg 349mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.27mg 0.244mg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.72mg 0.675mg 1%
Folate 5µg 10µg 1%
Protein 15.3g 15.94g 1%
Calories 247kcal 226kcal 1%
Vitamin B3 3.9mg 4.032mg 1%
Manganese 0.036mg 0.019mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.26mg 0.11mg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 10µg 1%
Copper 0.08mg 0.068mg 1%
Carbs 0.73g 1.89g 0%
Net carbs 0.73g 1.89g N/A
Magnesium 14mg 16mg 0%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 0%
Trans fat 0.184g N/A
Tryptophan 0.149mg 0%
Threonine 0.641mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.663mg 0%
Leucine 1.168mg 0%
Lysine 1.204mg 0%
Methionine 0.412mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.585mg 0%
Valine 0.737mg 0%
Histidine 0.482mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.007g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.241g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.01g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.013g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.027g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.197g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Bologna sausage Turkey bacon
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
40%
Bologna sausage
30%
Turkey bacon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
Bologna sausage
53%
Turkey bacon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.319g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bologna sausage
Bologna sausage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bologna sausage
Bologna sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 162mg)
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.

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. Bologna sausage - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173856/nutrients
  2. Turkey bacon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174592/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.