Chicken wings vs. Turkey breast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between chicken wings and turkey breast
- Chicken wings have more selenium, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat; however, turkey breast is richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B12.
- Chicken wings' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 20% more.
- Chicken wings contain 5 times more sodium than turkey breast. Chicken wings contain 320mg of sodium, while turkey breast contains 59mg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat,, and skin, cooked, fried, batter and Turkey, all classes, breast, meat,, and skin, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +53.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +233.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +99.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +82.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +157.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +68% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.87 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
10.94 g
Water:
46.21 g
Other:
1.17 g
Protein:
21.89 g
Fats:
7.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
70.05 g
Other:
1.04 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +210.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.96 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.07 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.91 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.66 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.66 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +236.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +205.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.2% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.07g | 1.66g | 23% |
| Fats | 21.81g | 7.02g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 5.83g | 1.91g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.96g | 2.66g | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3mg | 0.48mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 320mg | 59mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 121mg | 186mg | 9% |
| Calories | 324kcal | 157kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg | 0.42µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 25.7µg | 22.4µg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 65mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.106mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 10.94g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 275mg | 4% |
| Protein | 19.87g | 21.89g | 4% |
| Folate | 18µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.115mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.38mg | 1.57mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.06mg | 0.018mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.71mg | 0.621mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 0g | 1% |
| Iron | 1.29mg | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.074mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 10.64g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.265mg | 5.2mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.795mg | 0.957mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.941mg | 1.099mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.421mg | 1.704mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.474mg | 1.996mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.499mg | 0.616mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.785mg | 0.857mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.953mg | 1.141mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.547mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.04g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0.01g | 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
25%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey breast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 261mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.92g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken wings is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken wings is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.