Canadian bacon unprepared vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between canadian bacon unprepared and turkey bacon
- Canadian bacon unprepared has more vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B3, and potassium; however, turkey bacon has more vitamin B12, iron, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for canadian bacon unprepared is 40% higher.
- Turkey bacon has 2 times less selenium than canadian bacon unprepared. Canadian bacon unprepared has 37.1µg of selenium, while turkey bacon has 15.8µg.
- Canadian bacon unprepared is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Canadian bacon, unprepared and Turkey bacon, unprepared.
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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 | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +134.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +218.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +106.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.7% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1603.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +10.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +221.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.31 g
Fats:
2.62 g
Carbs:
1.34 g
Water:
72.34 g
Other:
3.39 g
Protein:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +546.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +41% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.09 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.467 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.52 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +470.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +906.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.7 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
2.35 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +235.7% |
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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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.511mg | 0.03mg | 40% |
| Selenium | 37.1µg | 15.8µg | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.37µg | 1.19µg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.467g | 4.699g | 28% |
| Fats | 2.62g | 16.93g | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.227mg | 4.032mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 4.52g | 16% |
| Choline | 76.1mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 751mg | 1069mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.09g | 6.223g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 86mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.44mg | 1.4mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.23mg | 2.54mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 683mg | 349mg | 10% |
| Protein | 20.31g | 15.94g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.237mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 80mg | 7% |
| Calories | 110kcal | 226kcal | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 240mg | 222mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.068mg | 2% |
| Folate | 4µg | 10µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.61mg | 0.675mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.34g | 1.89g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.34g | 1.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | N/A | |
| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.019mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.241mg | 0.244mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.007g | 0.184g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.89mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.958mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.666mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.8mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.555mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.841mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.024mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.823mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.012g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.366g | 4.197g | 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
37%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon unprepared is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Canadian bacon unprepared contains less Sodium (difference - 318mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Canadian bacon unprepared is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.