Jerky vs. Beef sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Jerky and Beef sticks different?
- Jerky is higher in Zinc, Folate, Phosphorus, Iron, and Copper, however, Beef sticks are richer in Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Zinc from Jerky is 52% higher.
- Beef sticks have less Sodium.
Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Snacks, beef sticks, smoked are the varieties used 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 | +142.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +132.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +235.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +240% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +207% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +101.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
Protein:
21.5 g
Fats:
49.6 g
Carbs:
5.4 g
Water:
19.1 g
Other:
4.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +103.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +93.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
20.8 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.47 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.42 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -47.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +81.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +337.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 410kcal | 550kcal |
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| Protein | 33.2g | 21.5g |
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| Fats | 25.6g | 49.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 6.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.2g | 5.4g |
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| Carbs | 11g | 5.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 48mg | 133mg |
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| Vitamin D | 11IU |
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| Magnesium | 51mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 68mg |
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| Potassium | 597mg | 257mg |
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| Iron | 5.42mg | 3.4mg |
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| Sugar | 9g |
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| Fiber | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.13mg |
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| Zinc | 8.11mg | 2.42mg |
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| Phosphorus | 407mg | 180mg |
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| Sodium | 2081mg | 1531mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 250IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 13µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.49mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg |
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| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.086mg |
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| Selenium | 10.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.141mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.436mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 4.54mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.3µg |
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| Folate | 134µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 109.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.85g | 20.8g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.305g | 20.47g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 4.42g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.184mg |
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| Threonine | 0.832mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.818mg |
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| Leucine | 1.473mg |
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| Lysine | 1.518mg |
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| Methionine | 0.454mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.801mg |
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| Valine | 0.95mg |
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| Histidine | 0.53mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
36%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jerky is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Jerky is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.95g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef sticks contains less Sodium (difference - 550mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef sticks is cheaper (difference - $4)
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.