Jerky vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between jerky and arepa?
- Jerky is richer than arepa in zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, copper, choline, and potassium.
- Jerky's daily need coverage for sodium is 79% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in arepa is lower.
- The glycemic index of jerky is lower.
We used Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) types in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +88.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +578.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +421.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +656.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +913.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +247.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +345% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87% |
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 | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +238.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +95% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2379.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +52.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +505.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +375.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +470% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +237.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +117.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +646.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.989g
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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| Sodium | 2081mg | 270mg | 79% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 0.8mg | 66% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 5.48g | 55% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 1.04mg | 55% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 117mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 2.902g | 36% |
| Folate | 134µg | 34% | |
| Fats | 25.6g | 5.38g | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 1.514g | 24% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.03mg | 22% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 4.4mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 88mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 5mg | 14% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 219kcal | 10% |
| Carbs | 11g | 37.14g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.042mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 6.1µg | 8% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 89mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 61µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.07mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 27mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.107mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 0.888mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2.6g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 3.5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 0.202mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 0.29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 0.989g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 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
35%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 1811mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arepa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.948g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arepa is cheaper (difference - $4)