Corned beef vs. Croissant — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between corned beef and croissant?
- Corned beef is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, and vitamin B6, while croissant is higher in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin A, and manganese.
- Corned beef's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 61% higher.
- Croissant has 6 times less zinc than corned beef. Corned beef has 4.58mg of zinc, while croissant has 0.75mg.
- Croissant is lower in sodium.
- Croissant has a higher glycemic index (56) than corned beef (0).
We used Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Croissants, butter types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +92.5% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +510.7% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.5% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +362.5% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -52% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1400% |
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 | +38.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +296.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +918.8% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +78.4% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +425% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1392.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +105% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +20% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +1366.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
Protein:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 g
Other:
1.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.6% |
Contains more WaterWater | +157.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +43.9% |
Contains more FatsFats | +10.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +9644.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.67 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.659 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.6% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +66.9% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +63.3% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0.16µg | 61% |
Zinc | 4.58mg | 0.75mg | 35% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.388mg | 30% |
Saturated fat | 6.34g | 11.659g | 24% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 206µg | 23% |
Sodium | 973mg | 467mg | 22% |
Folate | 6µg | 88µg | 21% |
Protein | 18.17g | 8.2g | 20% |
Selenium | 32.8µg | 22.7µg | 18% |
Carbs | 0.47g | 45.8g | 15% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.058mg | 13% |
Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.33mg | 13% |
Cholesterol | 98mg | 67mg | 10% |
Fiber | 0g | 2.6g | 10% |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 5.525g | 9% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.861mg | 9% |
Calories | 251kcal | 406kcal | 8% |
Copper | 0.154mg | 0.08mg | 8% |
Choline | 69.2mg | 38.8mg | 6% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 2.188mg | 5% |
Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.84mg | 5% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.241mg | 5% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 1.094g | 3% |
Fats | 18.98g | 21g | 3% |
Calcium | 8mg | 37mg | 3% |
Phosphorus | 125mg | 105mg | 3% |
Iron | 1.86mg | 2.03mg | 2% |
Potassium | 145mg | 118mg | 1% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 16mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 0.47g | 43.2g | N/A |
Sugar | 0g | 11.26g | N/A |
Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1.8µg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.726mg | 0.284mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.445mg | 0.623mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.536mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.473mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.901mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.58mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | 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%

35%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%

43%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Croissant is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Croissant contains less Sodium (difference - 506mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Corned beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.26g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Corned beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.319g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
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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