Emu vs. Turkey leg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between emu and turkey leg
- The amount of vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and phosphorus in emu is higher than in turkey leg.
- Emu covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 75% more than turkey leg.
- Turkey leg has 6 times less Vitamin B12 than emu. Emu has 2.2µg of Vitamin B12, while turkey leg has 0.39µg.
- Turkey leg contains less cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Emu, full rump, cooked, broiled and Turkey, all classes, leg, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +61.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +82.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +63.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +97.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +142.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +458.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +205.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +258.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +234.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +190.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +464.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.67 g
Fats:
2.68 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
61.97 g
Other:
1.68 g
Protein:
19.54 g
Fats:
6.72 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.69 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +72.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +150.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.3% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.87 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.079 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.613 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.06 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.83 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -57.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +90.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +198.5% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 168kcal | 144kcal |
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| Protein | 33.67g | 19.54g |
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| Fats | 2.68g | 6.72g |
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| Cholesterol | 129mg | 71mg |
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| Magnesium | 34mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 7mg | 17mg |
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| Potassium | 324mg | 273mg |
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| Iron | 6.89mg | 1.72mg |
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| Copper | 0.285mg | 0.142mg |
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| Zinc | 4.32mg | 3.09mg |
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| Phosphorus | 323mg | 177mg |
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| Sodium | 110mg | 74mg |
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| Vitamin A | 11IU | 3IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.26mg |
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| Manganese | 0.036mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 52.1µg | 26.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.43mg | 0.077mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.645mg | 0.211mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 10.569mg | 2.947mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 3.647mg | 1.09mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.987mg | 0.34mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 0.39µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.87g | 2.06g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.079g | 2.06g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.613g | 1.83g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.219mg |
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| Threonine | 0.965mg | 0.861mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.094mg | 0.998mg |
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| Leucine | 1.859mg | 1.537mg |
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| Lysine | 1.981mg | 1.809mg |
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| Methionine | 0.638mg | 0.557mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.769mg |
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| Valine | 1.121mg | 1.028mg |
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| Histidine | 0.737mg | 0.598mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs 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
91%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
97%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey leg contains less Sodium (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Emu is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Emu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Emu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Emu is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)