Ground beef vs. Soybean meal — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between ground beef and soybean meal
- Ground beef is richer in vitamin B12, yet soybean meal is richer in copper, manganese, iron, phosphorus, folate, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for copper for soybean meal is 213% higher.
- Soybean meal contains less cholesterol.
- Ground beef has a lower glycemic index than soybean meal.
Food types used in this article are Beef, ground, 70% lean meat / 30% fat, loaf, cooked, baked and Soy meal, defatted, 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 ZincZinc | +15.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +478.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +639.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +933.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +503.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2431.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +322.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42122.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1254.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +285.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +83% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4228.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.87 g
Fats:
15.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.37 g
Other:
2.39 g
Protein:
49.2 g
Fats:
2.39 g
Carbs:
35.89 g
Water:
6.94 g
Other:
5.58 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +543.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +741.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.073 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.322 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.408 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.268 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.409 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.045 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1690.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +156.1% |
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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| Copper | 0.079mg | 2mg | 213% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 3.8mg | 165% |
| Iron | 2.27mg | 13.7mg | 143% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.49µg | 0µg | 104% |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 701mg | 76% |
| Folate | 7µg | 303µg | 74% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 306mg | 69% |
| Potassium | 241mg | 2490mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.691mg | 53% |
| Protein | 23.87g | 49.2g | 51% |
| Selenium | 19.1µg | 3.3µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.512mg | 1.976mg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 6.073g | 0.268g | 26% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 244mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.311mg | 0.569mg | 20% |
| Fats | 15.37g | 2.39g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.322g | 0.409g | 17% |
| Choline | 73.2mg | 13% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 35.89g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.026mg | 2.587mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 5.84mg | 5.06mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.171mg | 0.251mg | 6% |
| Calories | 241kcal | 337kcal | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.408g | 1.045g | 4% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 35.89g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.173g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0.653mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.923mg | 1.952mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.055mg | 2.18mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.861mg | 3.66mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.976mg | 2.991mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.614mg | 0.606mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 2.346mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.172mg | 2.243mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.775mg | 1.212mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A |
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
46%
58%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
264%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Soybean meal is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soybean meal is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean meal contains less Sodium (difference - 70mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Soybean meal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.805g)
Which food is cheaper?
Soybean meal is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soybean meal is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 68)
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.