Broth vs. Steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between broth and steak?
- Broth is higher in calcium and vitamin B2, yet steak is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B6, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1036% more.
- Broth has 16 times more calcium than steak. While broth has 187mg of calcium, steak has only 12mg.
- The amount of sodium in steak is lower.
- The glycemic index of steak is lower.
We used Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled types 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +143.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1458.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +6944.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +13.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +433.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +9007.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2348.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +400% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 23875mg | 58mg | 1036% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 2.2µg | 79% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 6.34mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.5mg | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.48g | 0.896g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 3.43g | 8.443g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 78mg | 22% |
| Choline | 114.6mg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 187mg | 12mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.46mg | 5.149mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 2.4mg | 17% |
| Protein | 16.66g | 24.85g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.43mg | 0.301mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.36g | 9.171g | 10% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.085mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Fats | 13.88g | 19.02g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.15mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 28µg | 31.8µg | 7% |
| Folate | 32µg | 6µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 18.01g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.074mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 309mg | 279mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Calories | 267kcal | 271kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 18.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 17.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 163mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.013g | 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
28%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 23817mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.013g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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