Jerky vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are jerky and mixed nuts different?
- Jerky is higher in zinc, vitamin B12, and iron; however, mixed nuts are richer in manganese, copper, vitamin E, magnesium, selenium, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for jerky is 90% higher.
- Mixed nuts have less sodium.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index (0) than mixed nuts (24).
Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added 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 | +349% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +485% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +299.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1737.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +216.8% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +61.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +109.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1495.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +345.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +599.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +147.8% |
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:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +65.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1023.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +137.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +110.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +91.4% |
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
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -19.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +152% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1345.3% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 14.612g | 91% |
| Sodium | 2081mg | 5mg | 90% |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 2.04mg | 84% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.907mg | 76% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 7.82mg | 49% |
| Fats | 25.6g | 53.95g | 44% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 28.488g | 43% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 3.36mg | 43% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 33.9µg | 42% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 229mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 7.709mg | 37% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 2.61mg | 35% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 20.04g | 26% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 1.14mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Folate | 134µg | 83µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.352mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 117mg | 10% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 52mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 8.711g | 10% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 607kcal | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 456mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.196mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.189mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 5.7µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 11g | 21.05g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Potassium | 597mg | 632mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.703mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.826mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.656mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.182mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.001mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.572mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
139%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mixed nuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mixed nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 2076mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mixed nuts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.139g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mixed nuts is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)