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Jerky vs. Figs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between jerky and figs

  • Figs contain less zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, folate, selenium, choline, and copper than jerky.
  • Jerky's daily need coverage for sodium is 90% higher.
  • The amount of sodium in figs is lower.
  • Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of figs is 61.

The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Figs, 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.
Jerky
7
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%
Figs
3
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 12% 11% 20% 14% 23% 4.1% 6% 0.13% 17% 1.1%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +200%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +157.3%
Contains more IronIron +1364.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +224.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +5306.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2807.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +5250%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +75%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +15.3%

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
9
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%
Figs
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 6.7% 2.3% 2.2% 0% 15% 12% 7.5% 18% 26% 0% 12% 4.5% 2.6%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +345.5%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +156.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +184%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +333%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +58.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +2133.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +2221.3%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +84%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +104.3%

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
Figs
2
19% 79%
Protein: 0.75 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 19.18 g
Water: 79.11 g
Other: 0.66 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +4326.7%
Contains more FatsFats +8433.3%
Contains more OtherOther +936.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +74.4%
Contains more WaterWater +238.7%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
2
47% 49% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.011 g
Figs
1
22% 24% 53%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.06 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.144 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +17028.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +602.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jerky Figs DV% diff.
Sodium 2081mg 1mg 90%
Zinc 8.11mg 0.15mg 72%
Protein 33.2g 0.75g 65%
Iron 5.42mg 0.37mg 63%
Phosphorus 407mg 14mg 56%
Saturated fat 10.85g 0.06g 49%
Vitamin B12 0.99µg 0µg 41%
Fats 25.6g 0.3g 39%
Folate 134µg 6µg 32%
Monounsaturated fat 11.305g 0.066g 28%
Selenium 10.7µg 0.2µg 19%
Choline 109.1mg 4.7mg 19%
Copper 0.227mg 0.07mg 17%
Calories 410kcal 74kcal 17%
Cholesterol 48mg 0mg 16%
Potassium 597mg 232mg 11%
Magnesium 51mg 17mg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.154mg 0.06mg 8%
Vitamin B3 1.732mg 0.4mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.142mg 0.05mg 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.011g 0.144g 6%
Vitamin B6 0.179mg 0.113mg 5%
Fiber 1.8g 2.9g 4%
Vitamin E 0.49mg 0.11mg 3%
Carbs 11g 19.18g 3%
Vitamin B5 0.163mg 0.3mg 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 2mg 2%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 4.7µg 2%
Calcium 20mg 35mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 11IU 0IU 1%
Manganese 0.111mg 0.128mg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 7µg 1%
Net carbs 9.2g 16.28g N/A
Sugar 9g 16.26g N/A
Tryptophan 0.006mg 0%
Threonine 0.024mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.023mg 0%
Leucine 0.033mg 0%
Lysine 0.03mg 0%
Methionine 0.006mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.018mg 0%
Valine 0.028mg 0%
Histidine 0.011mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Jerky Figs
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
8%
Figs
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
Jerky
11%
Figs

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Figs
Figs is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Figs
Figs contains less Sodium (difference - 2080mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Figs
Figs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.79g)
Which food is cheaper?
Figs
Figs is cheaper (difference - $3.4)

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. Figs - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173021/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.