Kielbasa vs. Turkey leg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between kielbasa and turkey leg?
- Kielbasa is higher in vitamin C and monounsaturated fat, yet turkey leg is higher in iron.
- Kielbasa's daily need coverage for sodium is 49% more.
- The amount of sodium in turkey leg is lower.
- The glycemic index of turkey leg is lower.
We used Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked and Turkey, all classes, leg, meat and skin, raw 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 IronIron | +38.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.1 g
Fats:
17.6 g
Carbs:
3.9 g
Water:
62 g
Other:
3.4 g
Protein:
19.54 g
Fats:
6.72 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.69 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +161.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +223.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.33 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.06 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.83 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +301.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1200mg | 74mg | 49% |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 48% | |
| Zinc | 3.09mg | 28% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.34mg | 26% | |
| Phosphorus | 177mg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.09mg | 22% | |
| Saturated fat | 6.23g | 2.06g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.947mg | 18% | |
| Fats | 17.6g | 6.72g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.211mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 14.8mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.27g | 2.06g | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 16% | |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 16% | |
| Protein | 13.1g | 19.54g | 13% |
| Potassium | 273mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.24mg | 1.72mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 144kcal | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.33g | 1.83g | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 3.9g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.9g | 0g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 71mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.861mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.537mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.809mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.769mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.028mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 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
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25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey leg contains less Sodium (difference - 1126mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey leg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey leg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey leg is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey leg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey leg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kielbasa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)