Canadian bacon vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Canadian bacon and Pepperoni
- Canadian bacon is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Potassium, yet Pepperoni is higher in Manganese, and Vitamin B12.
- Pepperoni covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 83% more than Canadian bacon.
- Canadian bacon contains 4 times more Potassium than Pepperoni. While Canadian bacon contains 999mg of Potassium, Pepperoni contains only 274mg.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Canadian bacon is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +264.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +95.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +73.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +171.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +137.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6612.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +146.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +104.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +151.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +29.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +202.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
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:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +118.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1564.7% |
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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
17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1555% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +819.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 146kcal | 504kcal |
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| Protein | 28.31g | 19.25g |
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| Fats | 2.78g | 46.28g |
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| Net carbs | 1.8g | 1.18g |
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| Carbs | 1.8g | 1.18g |
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| Cholesterol | 67mg | 97mg |
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| Vitamin D | 9IU | 52IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 999mg | 274mg |
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| Iron | 0.56mg | 1.33mg |
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| Sugar | 1.2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.091mg |
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| Zinc | 1.73mg | 2.44mg |
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| Phosphorus | 309mg | 158mg |
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| Sodium | 993mg | 1582mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 1.03mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1.3µg |
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| Manganese | 0.016mg | 1.074mg |
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| Selenium | 50.4µg | 29µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.669mg | 0.271mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.185mg | 0.257mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.988mg | 4.987mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.72mg | 0.93mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.362mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 1.3µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 5.8µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 5µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g | 1.527g |
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| Choline | 104.8mg | 51.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.039g | 17.708g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.255g | 20.77g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.485g | 4.458g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.332mg | 0.23mg |
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| Threonine | 1.226mg | 0.869mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 0.901mg |
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| Leucine | 2.294mg | 1.575mg |
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| Lysine | 2.479mg | 1.652mg |
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| Methionine | 0.764mg | 0.511mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg | 0.778mg |
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| Valine | 1.41mg | 0.987mg |
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| Histidine | 1.134mg | 0.688mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | 0.164g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.018g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0.04g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.136g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | 3.605g |
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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%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
74%
76%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Canadian bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Canadian bacon contains less Sodium (difference - 589mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 16.669g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Canadian bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Canadian bacon is cheaper (difference - $3)
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.