Bratwurst vs. Luncheon meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between bratwurst and luncheon meat?
- Bratwurst is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, copper, and monounsaturated fat, yet luncheon meat is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and vitamin B6.
- Bratwurst's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 73% higher.
- Bratwurst has 3 times more vitamin B1 than luncheon meat. Bratwurst has 0.38mg of vitamin B1, while luncheon meat has 0.128mg.
- Luncheon meat contains less saturated fat.
We used Bratwurst, beef, and pork, smoked and USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned types in this comparison.
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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 | +40% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +166.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +171.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +196.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +190.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.2 g
Fats:
26.34 g
Carbs:
2 g
Water:
56.65 g
Other:
2.81 g
Protein:
17.5 g
Fats:
12.77 g
Carbs:
1.04 g
Water:
65.87 g
Other:
2.82 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +106.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.3% |
~equal in
Other
~2.82g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.08 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.58 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.944 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.565 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +40.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.1% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~1.565g
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.67µg | 0.92µg | 73% |
| Selenium | 14.1µg | 38.3µg | 44% |
| Fats | 26.34g | 12.77g | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.38mg | 0.128mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.11mg | 5.225mg | 13% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 12% | |
| Protein | 12.2g | 17.5g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 6.08g | 3.944g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 170mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8g | 5.685g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.272mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.03mg | 6% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 189kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 2.15mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 0.613mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 848mg | 820mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 300mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 1.04g | N/A |
| Carbs | 2g | 1.04g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 78mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.213mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.58g | 1.565g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.465mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.485mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.81mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.903mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.405mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.464mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.395mg | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
48%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Luncheon meat contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.136g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Luncheon meat is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (78 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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