Duck meat vs. Ground beef — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Duck meat and Ground beef
- Duck meat has more Copper, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A, and Iron, however, Ground beef is higher in Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Vitamin B6.
- Ground beef covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 91% more than Duck meat.
- Ground beef contains 21 times less Vitamin A than Duck meat. Duck meat contains 63µg of Vitamin A, while Ground beef contains 3µg.
- Ground beef has less Saturated Fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Duck, domesticated, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Beef, ground, 70% lean meat / 30% fat, loaf, cooked, baked.
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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 | +18.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +187.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +111.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +214% |
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 | +2233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +483.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +241.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +114.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +72.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +730% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +16.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +45.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.99 g
Fats:
28.35 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
51.84 g
Other:
0.82 g
Protein:
23.87 g
Fats:
15.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.37 g
Other:
2.39 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +84.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +191.5% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
9.67 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
12.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.65 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.073 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.322 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.408 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +76.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +794.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -37.2% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 337kcal | 241kcal |
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| Protein | 18.99g | 23.87g |
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| Fats | 28.35g | 15.37g |
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| Cholesterol | 84mg | 88mg |
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| Vitamin D | 3IU | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 17mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 33mg |
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| Potassium | 204mg | 241mg |
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| Iron | 2.7mg | 2.27mg |
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| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.079mg |
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| Zinc | 1.86mg | 5.84mg |
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| Phosphorus | 156mg | 166mg |
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| Sodium | 59mg | 73mg |
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| Vitamin A | 210IU | 9IU |
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| Vitamin A | 63µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.7mg | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.009mg |
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| Selenium | 20µg | 19.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.174mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.269mg | 0.171mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.825mg | 4.026mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.098mg | 0.512mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.18mg | 0.311mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 2.49µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.1µg | 2.9µg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.173g |
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| Choline | 50.4mg | 73.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 9.67g | 6.073g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 12.9g | 7.322g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.65g | 0.408g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.773mg | 0.923mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.872mg | 1.055mg |
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| Leucine | 1.465mg | 1.861mg |
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| Lysine | 1.486mg | 1.976mg |
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| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.614mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.752mg | 0.931mg |
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| Valine | 0.938mg | 1.172mg |
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| Histidine | 0.462mg | 0.775mg |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
32%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ground beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.597g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Duck meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Duck meat contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Duck meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.