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Frog legs vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between frog legs and turkey bacon

  • Frog legs have more copper and vitamin B1; however, turkey bacon has more vitamin B12, vitamin B3, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for turkey bacon is 44% higher.
  • Turkey bacon has 5 times less vitamin B1 than frog legs. Frog legs have 0.14mg of vitamin B1, while turkey bacon has 0.03mg.
  • Frog legs are lower in cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Frog legs, raw and Turkey bacon, unprepared.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 5.4% 25% 56% 83% 27% 63% 7.6% 0% 77%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 24% 31% 53% 23% 69% 95% 139% 2.5% 86%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +25%
Contains more CopperCopper +267.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -94.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +344.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +22.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +154%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +51%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +12.1%
~equal in Iron ~1.4mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 5% 20% 3% 35% 58% 23% 0% 28% 50% 0.25% 11% 35%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 3.3% 2.2% 0% 7.5% 55% 76% 41% 56% 149% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +50%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +809.1%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +366.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +50%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +236%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +103.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +197.5%
~equal in Vitamin C ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.237mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
16% 82%
Protein: 16.4 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 81.9 g
Other: 1.4 g
16% 17% 2% 62% 3%
Protein: 15.94 g
Fats: 16.93 g
Carbs: 1.89 g
Water: 61.83 g
Other: 3.41 g
Contains more WaterWater +32.5%
Contains more FatsFats +5543.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +143.6%
~equal in Protein ~15.94g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
33% 23% 44%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.076 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.102 g
29% 40% 30%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.52 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.699 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +11641.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +4506.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Frog legs Turkey bacon
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Frog legs Turkey bacon DV% diff.
Sodium 58mg 1069mg 44%
Vitamin B12 0.4µg 1.19µg 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.102g 4.699g 31%
Fats 0.3g 16.93g 26%
Saturated fat 0.076g 4.52g 20%
Copper 0.25mg 0.068mg 20%
Vitamin B3 1.2mg 4.032mg 18%
Monounsaturated fat 0.053g 6.223g 15%
Vitamin B5 0.675mg 14%
Zinc 1mg 2.54mg 14%
Cholesterol 50mg 86mg 12%
Choline 65mg 12%
Phosphorus 147mg 222mg 11%
Vitamin B6 0.12mg 0.244mg 10%
Vitamin B1 0.14mg 0.03mg 9%
Calories 73kcal 226kcal 8%
Vitamin E 1mg 0.11mg 6%
Calcium 18mg 80mg 6%
Selenium 14.1µg 15.8µg 3%
Potassium 285mg 349mg 2%
Folate 15µg 10µg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.25mg 0.237mg 1%
Protein 16.4g 15.94g 1%
Vitamin D 8IU 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin A 15µg 10µg 1%
Manganese 0.019mg 1%
Iron 1.5mg 1.4mg 1%
Carbs 0g 1.89g 1%
Magnesium 20mg 16mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 1.89g N/A
Vitamin K 0.1µg 0%
Trans fat 0.184g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.014g 0.006g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.02g 0.007g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.241g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.007g 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.01g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.013g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.027g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.197g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Frog legs Turkey bacon
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
21%
Frog legs
30%
Turkey bacon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
Frog legs
53%
Turkey bacon

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Frog legs
Frog legs is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Frog legs
Frog legs contains less Sodium (difference - 1011mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Frog legs
Frog legs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.444g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Frog legs
Frog legs is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Frog legs - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168148/nutrients
  2. Turkey bacon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174592/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.