Kielbasa vs. Wheat gluten — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between kielbasa and wheat gluten?
- Kielbasa is richer in vitamin C, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat, yet wheat gluten is richer in iron.
- Kielbasa's daily need coverage for sodium is 51% higher.
- Kielbasa has a lower glycemic index than wheat gluten.
We used Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked and Vital wheat gluten types in this comparison.
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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 | +319.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.6% |
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 | +∞% |
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:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +851.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +656.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +240% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +473.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +253.6% |
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
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5201.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +187.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 13.1g | 75.16g | 124% |
| Selenium | 39.7µg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 1200mg | 29mg | 51% |
| Iron | 1.24mg | 5.2mg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 37% | |
| Saturated fat | 6.23g | 0.272g | 27% |
| Fats | 17.6g | 1.85g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.182mg | 20% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.27g | 0.156g | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 14.8mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 142mg | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.33g | 0.81g | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.85mg | 8% | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 370kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 100mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 3.9g | 13.79g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 3.9g | 13.19g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
68%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat gluten is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat gluten contains less Sodium (difference - 1171mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat gluten is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.958g)
Which food is cheaper?
Wheat gluten is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat gluten is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wheat gluten is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)