Foie gras vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Foie gras and Turkey bacon?
- Foie gras is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin A, Selenium, Iron, and Copper, yet Turkey bacon is richer in Zinc, and Vitamin B6.
- Foie gras's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 342% higher.
- Foie gras has 100 times more Vitamin A than Turkey bacon. Foie gras has 1001µg of Vitamin A, while Turkey bacon has 10µg.
- Turkey bacon contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Turkey bacon, unprepared 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 IronIron | +292.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +488.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -34.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +531.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +178.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +152.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +176.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +9702.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +193.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +689.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +306.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.4 g
Fats:
43.84 g
Carbs:
4.67 g
Water:
37.04 g
Other:
3.05 g
Protein:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +158.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +147.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +66.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.84 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +311.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -68.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +459.4% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 462kcal | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 11.4g | 15.94g |
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| Fats | 43.84g | 16.93g |
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| Vitamin C | 2mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.67g | 1.89g |
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| Carbs | 4.67g | 1.89g |
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| Cholesterol | 150mg | 86mg |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 70mg | 80mg |
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| Potassium | 138mg | 349mg |
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| Iron | 5.5mg | 1.4mg |
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| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.068mg |
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| Zinc | 0.92mg | 2.54mg |
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| Phosphorus | 200mg | 222mg |
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| Sodium | 697mg | 1069mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3333IU | 34IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1001µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg |
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| Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 44µg | 15.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.299mg | 0.237mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.51mg | 4.032mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.675mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.244mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 9.4µg | 1.19µg |
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| Folate | 60µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.184g |
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| Saturated Fat | 14.45g | 4.52g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 25.61g | 6.223g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.84g | 4.699g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.161mg |
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| Threonine | 0.507mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.606mg |
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| Leucine | 1.029mg |
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| Lysine | 0.863mg |
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| Methionine | 0.27mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.567mg |
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| Valine | 0.719mg |
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| Histidine | 0.303mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.027g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.197g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| 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
127%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 64mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.93g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Foie gras contains less Sodium (difference - 372mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Foie gras is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.