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Bratwurst vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are bratwurst and turkey meat different?

  • Bratwurst is richer in vitamin B12 and vitamin B1, while turkey meat is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
  • Bratwurst covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 69% more than turkey meat.
  • Bratwurst contains 8 times more vitamin B1 than turkey meat. Bratwurst contains 0.38mg of vitamin B1, while turkey meat contains 0.045mg.
  • Turkey meat is lower in sodium.
  • Bratwurst has a higher glycemic index (28) than turkey meat (0).

Bratwurst, beef and pork, smoked and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted types were used in this article.

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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 11% 2.1% 25% 38% 27% 67% 56% 111% 5.3% 77%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 4.2% 21% 41% 31% 68% 96% 13% 1.8% 163%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +18.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +192.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +100%
Contains more CopperCopper +16.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +71.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +111.3%
~equal in Iron ~1.09mg
~equal in Zinc ~2.48mg

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% 0% 0% 95% 49% 58% 41% 46% 334% 0% 3% 0%
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% 4% 1.4% 6% 11% 65% 179% 57% 142% 128% 0% 6.8% 48%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +744.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +161.8%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +31.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +207.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +37.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +208%
Contains more FolateFolate +125%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
12% 26% 2% 57% 3%
Protein: 12.2 g
Fats: 26.34 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 56.65 g
Other: 2.81 g
29% 7% 64%
Protein: 28.55 g
Fats: 7.39 g
Carbs: 0.06 g
Water: 63.52 g
Other: 0.48 g
Contains more FatsFats +256.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3233.3%
Contains more OtherOther +485.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +134%
Contains more WaterWater +12.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
39% 51% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.08 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.58 g
31% 38% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.119 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +202.2%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -64.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +34.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Bratwurst Turkey meat DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2.67µg 1.02µg 69%
Vitamin B3 3.11mg 9.573mg 40%
Protein 12.2g 28.55g 33%
Vitamin B6 0.2mg 0.616mg 32%
Sodium 848mg 103mg 32%
Selenium 14.1µg 29.8µg 29%
Fats 26.34g 7.39g 29%
Vitamin B1 0.38mg 0.045mg 28%
Saturated fat 6.08g 2.155g 18%
Choline 87.4mg 16%
Monounsaturated fat 8g 2.647g 13%
Phosphorus 130mg 223mg 13%
Cholesterol 78mg 109mg 10%
Vitamin B5 0.69mg 0.948mg 5%
Vitamin B2 0.213mg 0.281mg 5%
Calories 297kcal 189kcal 5%
Magnesium 15mg 30mg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.58g 2.119g 4%
Vitamin D 0.4µg 2%
Vitamin D 15IU 2%
Calcium 7mg 14mg 1%
Manganese 0.041mg 0.014mg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 12µg 1%
Copper 0.08mg 0.093mg 1%
Iron 1mg 1.09mg 1%
Potassium 283mg 239mg 1%
Folate 4µg 9µg 1%
Carbs 2g 0.06g 1%
Net carbs 2g 0.06g N/A
Zinc 2.47mg 2.48mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.07mg 0%
Trans fat 0.101g N/A
Tryptophan 0.107mg 0.291mg 0%
Threonine 0.465mg 1.004mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.485mg 0.796mg 0%
Leucine 0.81mg 1.925mg 0%
Lysine 0.903mg 2.282mg 0%
Methionine 0.364mg 0.724mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.405mg 0.903mg 0%
Valine 0.464mg 0.902mg 0%
Histidine 0.395mg 0.749mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.008g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.105g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.008g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.01g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.014g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.841g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Bratwurst Turkey meat
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
48%
Bratwurst
50%
Turkey meat
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
Bratwurst
46%
Turkey meat

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 745mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.925g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bratwurst
Bratwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)

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. Bratwurst - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172956/nutrients
  2. Turkey meat - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171479/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.