Flank steak vs. Truffle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between flank steak and truffle?
- Flank steak is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and zinc, while truffle is higher in fiber, manganese, vitamin B2, iron, selenium, and magnesium.
- Truffle's daily need coverage for fiber is 280% higher.
- Truffle is lower in cholesterol.
- Truffle has a higher glycemic index (45) than flank steak (0).
We used Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled and Fungi, Cloud ears, dried types in this comparison.
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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 ZincZinc | +271.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +260.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +695% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +122.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +237.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +123.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21577.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +47.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +417% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +534.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +322.2% |
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:
9.25 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
73.01 g
Water:
14.8 g
Other:
2.21 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +199% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1027.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +333.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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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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| Fiber | 0g | 70.1g | 280% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 1.951mg | 84% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0µg | 68% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.844mg | 55% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 5.88mg | 52% |
| Protein | 27.66g | 9.25g | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.579mg | 0.112mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 4.9mg | 1.32mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 29.4µg | 43.4µg | 25% |
| Carbs | 0g | 73.01g | 24% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 19% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.395g | 15% | |
| Calcium | 20mg | 159mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 83mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 754mg | 12% |
| Fats | 8.23g | 0.73g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.183mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.317g | 8% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 38µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.363mg | 6.267mg | 7% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 284kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.015mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 184mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.481mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 56mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 2.91g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
107%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Truffle is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Truffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Truffle contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Truffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.395g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Truffle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flank steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)