Flank steak vs. Italian sausage raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between flank steak and italian sausage raw
- Flank steak is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, selenium, and iron, yet italian sausage raw is richer in vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for italian sausage raw is 41% higher.
- Flank steak contains 3 times more zinc than italian sausage raw. Flank steak contains 4.9mg of zinc, while italian sausage raw contains 1.79mg.
- Flank steak contains less saturated fat.
- Flank steak has a lower glycemic index than italian sausage raw.
Food types used in this article are Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled and Sausage, Italian, pork, 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 | +64.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34% |
| Contains more IronIron | +47.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +173.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +18.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +544.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +126.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +93% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +79.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +657.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.3% |
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:
14.25 g
Fats:
31.33 g
Carbs:
0.65 g
Water:
51.08 g
Other:
2.69 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +94.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +280.7% |
| 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
11.27 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.03 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +332.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1151.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.568mg | 41% |
| Fats | 8.23g | 31.33g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 3.395g | 11.27g | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0.91µg | 30% |
| Sodium | 56mg | 731mg | 29% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.317g | 14.34g | 28% |
| Zinc | 4.9mg | 1.79mg | 28% |
| Protein | 27.66g | 14.25g | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.363mg | 3.25mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 4.03g | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.579mg | 0.3mg | 21% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 142mg | 10% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 346kcal | 8% |
| Selenium | 29.4µg | 24.8µg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.18mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.168mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 253mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.058mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 76mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.51mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 0.65g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 0.65g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Folate | 9µg | 8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0.114mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 0.563mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 0.956mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 1.083mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0.346mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 0.477mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 0.411mg | 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
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36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Italian sausage raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Italian sausage raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flank steak contains less Sodium (difference - 675mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flank steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.875g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Flank steak is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flank steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flank steak is relatively richer in vitamins