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Greek yogurt vs. Turkey egg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Greek yogurt and Turkey egg

  • Greek yogurt contains less Iron, Selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B5, Vitamin A RAE, Folate, Vitamin B2, Zinc, and Vitamin B1 than Turkey egg.
  • Daily need coverage for Cholesterol from Turkey egg is 307% higher.
  • Greek yogurt is lower in Cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Yogurt, Greek, plain, whole milk and Egg, turkey, whole, fresh, 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 less Sodium -76.8%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +18.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +25.9%
Contains more Zinc +203.8%
Contains more Copper +264.7%
Contains more Manganese +322.2%
Contains more Selenium +253.6%
Equal in Calcium - 99
Equal in Potassium - 142
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 0% 8% 58% 13% 5% 15% 6% 2% 53%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 30% 154% 10% 73% 13% 20% 44% 21% 5% 188%
Contains less Sodium -76.8%
Contains more Iron +∞%
Contains more Magnesium +18.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +25.9%
Contains more Zinc +203.8%
Contains more Copper +264.7%
Contains more Manganese +322.2%
Contains more Selenium +253.6%
Equal in Calcium - 99
Equal in Potassium - 142

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +766.7%
Contains more Vitamin A +3593.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +378.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +69.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +470.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +107.9%
Contains more Folate +1320%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +125.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 1% 0% 0% 6% 65% 4% 20% 15% 4% 94% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 34% 0% 0% 0% 28% 109% 1% 114% 31% 54% 212% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +766.7%
Contains more Vitamin A +3593.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +378.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +69.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +470.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +107.9%
Contains more Folate +1320%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +125.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +246.1%
Contains more Water +12.1%
Contains more Protein +52%
Contains more Fats +137.6%
Equal in Other - 0.79
9% 5% 4% 81%
Protein: 9 g
Fats: 5 g
Carbs: 3.98 g
Water: 81.3 g
Other: 0.72 g
14% 12% 73%
Protein: 13.68 g
Fats: 11.88 g
Carbs: 1.15 g
Water: 72.5 g
Other: 0.79 g
Contains more Carbs +246.1%
Contains more Water +12.1%
Contains more Protein +52%
Contains more Fats +137.6%
Equal in Other - 0.79

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -34.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +114%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +253.5%
48% 43% 9%
Saturated Fat: 2.395 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.136 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.469 g
37% 46% 17%
Saturated Fat: 3.632 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.571 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.658 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -34.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +114%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +253.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Greek yogurt Turkey egg
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Greek yogurt Turkey egg Opinion
Net carbs 3.98g 1.15g Greek yogurt
Protein 9g 13.68g Turkey egg
Fats 5g 11.88g Turkey egg
Carbs 3.98g 1.15g Greek yogurt
Calories 97kcal 171kcal Turkey egg
Sugar 4g Turkey egg
Calcium 100mg 99mg Greek yogurt
Iron 0mg 4.1mg Turkey egg
Magnesium 11mg 13mg Turkey egg
Phosphorus 135mg 170mg Turkey egg
Potassium 141mg 142mg Turkey egg
Sodium 35mg 151mg Greek yogurt
Zinc 0.52mg 1.58mg Turkey egg
Copper 0.017mg 0.062mg Turkey egg
Manganese 0.009mg 0.038mg Turkey egg
Selenium 9.7µg 34.3µg Turkey egg
Vitamin A 15IU 554IU Turkey egg
Vitamin A RAE 2µg 166µg Turkey egg
Vitamin E 0.01mg Greek yogurt
Vitamin B1 0.023mg 0.11mg Turkey egg
Vitamin B2 0.278mg 0.47mg Turkey egg
Vitamin B3 0.208mg 0.024mg Greek yogurt
Vitamin B5 0.331mg 1.889mg Turkey egg
Vitamin B6 0.063mg 0.131mg Turkey egg
Folate 5µg 71µg Turkey egg
Vitamin B12 0.75µg 1.69µg Turkey egg
Tryptophan 0.219mg Turkey egg
Threonine 0.672mg Turkey egg
Isoleucine 0.855mg Turkey egg
Leucine 1.201mg Turkey egg
Lysine 0.924mg Turkey egg
Methionine 0.442mg Turkey egg
Phenylalanine 0.773mg Turkey egg
Valine 0.985mg Turkey egg
Histidine 0.33mg Turkey egg
Cholesterol 13mg 933mg Greek yogurt
Saturated Fat 2.395g 3.632g Greek yogurt
Omega-3 - DHA 0.004g Greek yogurt
Monounsaturated Fat 2.136g 4.571g Turkey egg
Polyunsaturated fat 0.469g 1.658g Turkey egg
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.209g Greek yogurt
Omega-3 - ALA 0.023g Greek yogurt

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Greek yogurt Turkey egg
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
17%
Greek yogurt
48%
Turkey egg
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Greek yogurt
55%
Turkey egg

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey egg
Turkey egg is lower in Sugar (difference - 4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey egg
Turkey egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey egg
Turkey egg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt contains less Sodium (difference - 116mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 920mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.237g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

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. Greek yogurt - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171304/nutrients
  2. Turkey egg - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172192/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.