Flank steak vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between flank steak and candy bar
- Flank steak is higher in vitamin B12 and selenium, yet candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, vitamin E, magnesium, folate, and fiber.
- Candy bar covers your daily vitamin B6 needs 11725% more than flank steak.
- The amount of cholesterol in candy bar is lower.
- The glycemic index of flank steak is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +79.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +24.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +525.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +378.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +290% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +843.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13711.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +258.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +978.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26324.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +733.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.66 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.17 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3910.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +309.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.317 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +404.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3207.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.579mg | 153mg | 11725% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.774mg | 77% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 10.65g | 69% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0µg | 68% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 1.243mg | 54% |
| Selenium | 29.4µg | 4.7µg | 45% |
| Fats | 8.23g | 33.7g | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.317g | 16.721g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 4.1mg | 25% |
| Protein | 27.66g | 15.5g | 24% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 110mg | 21% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 522kcal | 17% |
| Folate | 9µg | 75µg | 17% |
| Carbs | 0g | 47.4g | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 308mg | 14% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 29.4mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 0.97mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 4.9mg | 3.94mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.83mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.395g | 4.678g | 6% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 156mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.363mg | 7.922mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 407mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
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
49%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flank steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flank steak contains less Sodium (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flank steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.283g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)