Hot dog vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between hot dogs and turkey meat?
- Hot dogs are richer in vitamin B12, yet turkey meat is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, and zinc.
- Turkey meat's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 43% higher.
- Hot dogs have 11 times more sodium than turkey meat. Hot dogs have 1090mg of sodium, while turkey meat has 103mg.
- Turkey meat has a lower glycemic index than hot dogs.
We used Frankfurter, meat and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted 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 CalciumCalcium | +607.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +221.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +106.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138.4% |
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 | +171.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +53.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +132.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +259.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +205.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +271.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +248.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +6850% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +629.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +178.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +330.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +107.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1090mg | 103mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.665mg | 9.573mg | 43% |
| Protein | 10.26g | 28.55g | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.616mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 29.8µg | 31% |
| Fats | 25.76g | 7.39g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.666g | 2.155g | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.57µg | 1.02µg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.386g | 2.647g | 22% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.404g | 2.119g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.948mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.2mg | 2.48mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.121mg | 0.281mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 109mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 14mg | 9% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 189kcal | 5% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 30mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 239mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 223mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.045mg | 0.014mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.17g | 0.06g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.17g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.093mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 1.925mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 2.282mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0.724mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0.902mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0.749mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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
27%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 987mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.511g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot dog is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot dog is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.