Corned beef vs. Hot dog — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between corned beef and hot dogs?
- Corned beef is higher in selenium, zinc, iron, and copper, yet hot dogs are higher in phosphorus, calcium, and monounsaturated fat.
- Corned beef's daily need coverage for selenium is 37% more.
- Corned beef has 4 times more zinc than hot dogs. While corned beef has 4.58mg of zinc, hot dogs have only 1.2mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in hot dogs is lower.
- The glycemic index of corned beef is lower.
We used Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Frankfurter, meat 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 IronIron | +70.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +58.8% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +281.7% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.7% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +162.4% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1137.5% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.8% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +104.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.6% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +18.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +111.5% |
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:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +77.1% |
Contains more FatsFats | +35.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +787.2% |
Contains more OtherOther | +35.1% |
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Water
~56.31g
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
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.3% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23.5% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +557.3% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Selenium | 32.8µg | 12.5µg | 37% |
Zinc | 4.58mg | 1.2mg | 31% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 4.404g | 25% |
Protein | 18.17g | 10.26g | 16% |
Choline | 69.2mg | 13% | |
Phosphorus | 125mg | 206mg | 12% |
Fats | 18.98g | 25.76g | 10% |
Iron | 1.86mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
Calcium | 8mg | 99mg | 9% |
Cholesterol | 98mg | 77mg | 7% |
Saturated fat | 6.34g | 7.666g | 6% |
Copper | 0.154mg | 0.097mg | 6% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.166mg | 5% |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 11.386g | 5% |
Sodium | 973mg | 1090mg | 5% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.121mg | 4% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 2.665mg | 2% |
Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 1.57µg | 2% |
Calories | 251kcal | 290kcal | 2% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 15mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
Carbs | 0.47g | 4.17g | 1% |
Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
Net carbs | 0.47g | 4.17g | N/A |
Potassium | 145mg | 152mg | 0% |
Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
Folate | 6µg | 6µg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.726mg | 0.474mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.445mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.536mg | 0.963mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.473mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.901mg | 0.555mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.58mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
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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%

27%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%

46%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Hot dog is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Corned beef contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Corned beef is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.326g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Corned beef is relatively richer in vitamins
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.