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Broth vs. Beefsteak raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between broth and beefsteak raw

  • Broth has more vitamin B2 and calcium; however, beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, iron, and copper.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for broth is 1036% higher.
  • Beefsteak raw has 37 times less calcium than broth. Broth has 187mg of calcium, while beefsteak raw has 5mg.
  • Beefsteak raw is lower in sodium.
  • Broth has a higher glycemic index than beefsteak raw.

Food types used in this article are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw.

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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.
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +124%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +3640%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +21.4%
Contains more IronIron +94.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +5788.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +32.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.8%
~equal in Selenium ~27.9µg

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.
Broth
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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 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
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% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +136.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +966.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +105.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +443%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +796.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
Contains more FatsFats +159%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +14803%
Contains more ProteinProtein +28.3%
Contains more WaterWater +3112.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +127.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +2270.4%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -45.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Beefsteak raw DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 55mg 1036%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 2.69µg 100%
Zinc 0.09mg 5.3mg 47%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.543mg 34%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 0.189g 29%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.182mg 19%
Calcium 187mg 5mg 18%
Cholesterol 13mg 67mg 18%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 5.048mg 16%
Fats 13.88g 5.36g 13%
Iron 1.03mg 2mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 12%
Protein 16.66g 21.38g 9%
Copper 0mg 0.079mg 9%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 2.354g 8%
Phosphorus 166mg 220mg 8%
Folate 32µg 3µg 7%
Saturated fat 3.43g 1.875g 7%
Calories 267kcal 134kcal 7%
Manganese 0.15mg 7%
Magnesium 56mg 25mg 7%
Carbs 18.01g 0g 6%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.075mg 2%
Potassium 309mg 375mg 2%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.1µg 1%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 0mg 1%
Vitamin K 0µg 1.5µg 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 0g N/A
Vitamin D 0IU 3IU 0%
Sugar 17.36g 0g N/A
Vitamin A 0µg 2µg 0%
Selenium 28µg 27.9µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Broth Beefsteak raw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
28%
Broth
48%
Beefsteak raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
55%
Beefsteak raw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 54mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 23820mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.555g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
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.
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. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients
  2. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/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.