Chicken thigh vs. Turkey ham — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between chicken thigh and turkey ham?
- Chicken thigh is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and zinc, yet turkey ham is higher in selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- Turkey ham's daily need coverage for sodium is 35% more.
- Chicken thigh has 6 times more vitamin B6 than turkey ham. While chicken thigh has 0.38mg of vitamin B6, turkey ham has only 0.06mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in turkey ham is lower.
We used Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried and USDA Commodity, turkey ham, dark meat, smoked, frozen 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 | +62.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +85.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86.3% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +72.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +533.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +161.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +142.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.18 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
16.3 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
73.5 g
Other:
3.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +157.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +201% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.78 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.43 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.2 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.337 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.873 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +185.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +178.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.8% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 95mg | 909mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 20.5µg | 38.2µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.285mg | 26% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.06mg | 25% |
| Protein | 28.18g | 16.3g | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.8µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.12mg | 4.12mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 199mg | 289mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 64mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.23mg | 12% |
| Fats | 10.3g | 4g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.43g | 0.873g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.78g | 1.2g | 7% |
| Iron | 1.46mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 2.79mg | 2.1mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.82g | 1.337g | 6% |
| Calories | 218kcal | 118kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.255mg | 0.27mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.027mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 1.18g | 3.1g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.18g | 3.1g | N/A |
| Potassium | 259mg | 253mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.329mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.188mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.486mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.115mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.384mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.778mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.121mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.397mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.874mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.03g | N/A |
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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
33%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey ham is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey ham is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.58g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken thigh is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken thigh contains less Sodium (difference - 814mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken thigh is relatively richer in minerals
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.