Canadian bacon vs. Porterhouse steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Canadian bacon and Porterhouse steak?
- Canadian bacon is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Potassium, and Phosphorus, however, Porterhouse steak is richer in Vitamin B12, Iron, and Zinc.
- Porterhouse steak's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 73% more.
- Porterhouse steak contains 15 times less Sodium than Canadian bacon. Canadian bacon contains 993mg of Sodium, while Porterhouse steak contains 65mg.
We used Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-fried and Beef, short loin, porterhouse steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled 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 | +22.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +234.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +425% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +106.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +163.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +127.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +575.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +137.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +129.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +14.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +407% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
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:
23.96 g
Fats:
19.27 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.66 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +593.2% |
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
7.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.65 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.69 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -85.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +589.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +42.3% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 146kcal | 276kcal |
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| Protein | 28.31g | 23.96g |
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| Fats | 2.78g | 19.27g |
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| Net carbs | 1.8g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.8g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 67mg | 67mg | |
| Vitamin D | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 7mg | |
| Potassium | 999mg | 299mg |
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| Iron | 0.56mg | 2.94mg |
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| Sugar | 1.2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.13mg |
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| Zinc | 1.73mg | 4.56mg |
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| Phosphorus | 309mg | 193mg |
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| Sodium | 993mg | 65mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.016mg | 0.015mg |
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| Selenium | 50.4µg | 19.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.669mg | 0.099mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.185mg | 0.228mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.988mg | 4.21mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.72mg | 0.314mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.28mg | 0.365mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 2.18µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g |
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| Choline | 104.8mg | 91.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.039g | 7.271g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.255g | 8.65g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.485g | 0.69g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.332mg | 0.259mg |
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| Threonine | 1.226mg | 1.104mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.32mg | 1.228mg |
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| Leucine | 2.294mg | 2.105mg |
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| Lysine | 2.479mg | 2.233mg |
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| Methionine | 0.764mg | 0.676mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg | 1.033mg |
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| Valine | 1.41mg | 1.288mg |
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| Histidine | 1.134mg | 0.775mg |
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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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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
49%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
74%
52%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Porterhouse steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Porterhouse steak contains less Sodium (difference - 928mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Canadian bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.232g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Canadian bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Canadian bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (67 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.