Canadian bacon vs. Beefsteak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Canadian bacon and Beefsteak
- Canadian bacon has more Vitamin B1, Selenium, Potassium, Vitamin B3, and Phosphorus, however, Beefsteak has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Vitamin B6.
- Canadian bacon's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 49% more.
- Canadian bacon has 17 times more Sodium than Beefsteak. Canadian bacon has 993mg of Sodium, while Beefsteak has 57mg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried and Beef, loin, top loin, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, cooked, grilled.
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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 | +17.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +193.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +77.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +214.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +191.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +180.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.3% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +757.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +108.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +220.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +700% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.31 g
Fats:
2.78 g
Carbs:
1.8 g
Water:
62.5 g
Other:
4.61 g
Protein:
26.72 g
Fats:
15.11 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.96 g
Other:
0.21 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2095.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +443.5% |
~equal in
Protein
~26.72g
~equal in
Water
~57.96g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.039 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.255 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.485 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.951 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.298 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.56 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -82.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +401.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.5% |
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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| 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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| Calories | 146kcal | 250kcal |
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| Protein | 28.31g | 26.72g |
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| Fats | 2.78g | 15.11g |
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| Net carbs | 1.8g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.8g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 67mg | 79mg |
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| Vitamin D | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 22mg |
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| Potassium | 999mg | 340mg |
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| Iron | 0.56mg | 1.63mg |
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| Sugar | 1.2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.073mg |
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| Zinc | 1.73mg | 4.85mg |
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| Phosphorus | 309mg | 213mg |
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| Sodium | 993mg | 57mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 0.45mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.016mg | 0.009mg |
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| Selenium | 50.4µg | 28.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.669mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.185mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.988mg | 6.978mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.72mg | 0.527mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.585mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 1.38µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 8µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g |
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| Choline | 104.8mg | 101.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.039g | 5.951g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.255g | 6.298g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.485g | 0.56g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.332mg | 0.173mg |
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| Threonine | 1.226mg | 1.054mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 1.201mg |
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| Leucine | 2.294mg | 2.099mg |
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| Lysine | 2.479mg | 2.23mg |
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| Methionine | 0.764mg | 0.687mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg | 1.042mg |
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| Valine | 1.41mg | 1.309mg |
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| Histidine | 1.134mg | 0.842mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g |
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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
49%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
74%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.912g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Canadian bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak contains less Sodium (difference - 936mg)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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