Corned beef vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between corned beef and fast food
- Corned beef is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, yet fast food is richer in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for corned beef is 31% higher.
- Corned beef contains 3 times more cholesterol than fast food. Corned beef contains 98mg of cholesterol, while fast food contains 33mg.
- Corned beef has a lower glycemic index than fast food.
Food types used in this article are Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 CopperCopper | +27.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +125% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +675% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +64.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1522.7% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +83.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +101.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +137.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1119.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +85.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +226.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1233.3% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +58% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +55.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +70.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +6602.1% |
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Protein
~16.52g
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +90.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +150.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0.89µg | 31% |
| Sodium | 973mg | 331mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.317mg | 24% |
| Selenium | 32.8µg | 20.3µg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 2.52mg | 19% |
| Folate | 6µg | 80µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 5.617mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1.86mg | 3.06mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.357mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.363mg | 15% |
| Fats | 18.98g | 12.01g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 4.835g | 11% |
| Carbs | 0.47g | 31.5g | 10% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Saturated fat | 6.34g | 4.493g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.7g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 1.68g | 7% |
| Choline | 69.2mg | 34.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 62mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.154mg | 0.121mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 27mg | 4% |
| Protein | 18.17g | 16.52g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 4.9µg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Potassium | 145mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.53mg | 2% |
| Calories | 251kcal | 297kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.212mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 134mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.38mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.47g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.726mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.445mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.536mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.473mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.901mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.58mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | N/A |
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
33%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 65mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 642mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fast food is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.847g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corned beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
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.