Brisket vs. Summer sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between brisket and summer sausage
- Brisket is richer in zinc, selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3, yet summer sausage is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin A, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for summer sausage is 62% higher.
- Brisket contains 4 times more selenium than summer sausage. Brisket contains 27.1µg of selenium, while summer sausage contains 7.5µg.
- Brisket contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Beef, brisket, flat half, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, braised and Sausage, summer, pork, and beef, sticks, with cheddar cheese.
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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 | +46.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +197.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +261.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +406.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +220% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +116.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +22.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +322% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.82 g
Fats:
18.42 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
52.48 g
Other:
0.28 g
Protein:
19.43 g
Fats:
37.91 g
Carbs:
1.82 g
Water:
36.2 g
Other:
4.64 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +105.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1557.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.305 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.934 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.681 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.47 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.68 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -30.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +72.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +343.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 48mg | 1483mg | 62% |
| Zinc | 6.69mg | 2.25mg | 40% |
| Selenium | 27.1µg | 7.5µg | 36% |
| Fats | 18.42g | 37.91g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 225µg | 25% |
| Choline | 109.8mg | 20% | |
| Protein | 28.82g | 19.43g | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.681g | 3.02g | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.12µg | 1.73µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.059mg | 0.249mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.934g | 13.68g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 7.305g | 10.47g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.282mg | 0.13mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.087mg | 2.9mg | 7% |
| Calories | 289kcal | 426kcal | 7% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 81mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 106mg | 89mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.568mg | 0.76mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 12IU | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.43mg | 2.26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 206mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.171mg | 0.16mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.032mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.2g | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.82g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 175mg | 178mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.181mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.101mg | 0.54mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.253mg | 0.62mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.192mg | 1.1mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.328mg | 1.16mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.717mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.088mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.367mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.879mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
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
44%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Summer sausage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Summer sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Summer sausage is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brisket is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brisket contains less Sodium (difference - 1435mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brisket is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.165g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brisket is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.