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Jerky vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between jerky and broth

  • Jerky has more zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, folate, and copper; however, broth is richer in selenium and vitamin B2.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 948% more.
  • Broth contains less saturated fat.
  • Broth has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of broth is 45, while the glycemic index of jerky is 0.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Jerky
6
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 36% 6% 53% 203% 76% 221% 174% 271% 14% 58%
Broth
3
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +93.2%
Contains more IronIron +426.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +8911.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +145.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +835%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +35.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +161.7%
~equal in Magnesium ~56mg

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.
Jerky
6
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9.8% 4.5% 39% 33% 32% 9.8% 41% 124% 5.8% 101% 60%
Broth
4
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +54%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +79%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +230%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +318.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +202.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +42%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +268.1%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin E ~0.46mg
~equal in Choline ~114.6mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
3
33% 26% 11% 23% 7%
Protein: 33.2 g
Fats: 25.6 g
Carbs: 11 g
Water: 23.36 g
Other: 6.84 g
Broth
2
17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +99.3%
Contains more FatsFats +84.4%
Contains more WaterWater +929.1%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +63.7%
Contains more OtherOther +619%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
1
47% 49% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.011 g
Broth
2
26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +110.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -68.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +343.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jerky Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 2081mg 23875mg 948%
Zinc 8.11mg 0.09mg 73%
Iron 5.42mg 1.03mg 55%
Saturated fat 10.85g 3.43g 34%
Phosphorus 407mg 166mg 34%
Protein 33.2g 16.66g 33%
Selenium 10.7µg 28µg 31%
Vitamin B12 0.99µg 0.3µg 29%
Folate 134µg 32µg 26%
Copper 0.227mg 0mg 25%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.011g 4.48g 23%
Vitamin B2 0.142mg 0.43mg 22%
Fats 25.6g 13.88g 18%
Calcium 20mg 187mg 17%
Monounsaturated fat 11.305g 5.36g 15%
Cholesterol 48mg 13mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.163mg 0.6mg 9%
Potassium 597mg 309mg 8%
Calories 410kcal 267kcal 7%
Fiber 1.8g 0g 7%
Vitamin B6 0.179mg 0.1mg 6%
Vitamin B3 1.732mg 2.46mg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.154mg 0.1mg 5%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Manganese 0.111mg 0.15mg 2%
Carbs 11g 18.01g 2%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 11IU 0IU 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.1mg 1%
Choline 109.1mg 114.6mg 1%
Magnesium 51mg 56mg 1%
Net carbs 9.2g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 9g 17.36g N/A
Vitamin E 0.49mg 0.46mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Jerky Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
35%
Jerky
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
Jerky
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jerky
Jerky contains less Sodium (difference - 21794mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.42g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $4)
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.
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. Jerky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167536/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/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.