Knackwurst vs. Steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between knackwurst and steak
- Knackwurst is higher in vitamin B1, yet steak is higher in zinc, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Steak covers your daily zinc needs 43% more than knackwurst.
- Knackwurst contains 16 times more sodium than steak. While knackwurst contains 930mg of sodium, steak contains only 58mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +109.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +263.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +281.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +135.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +362.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +115% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +86.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.1 g
Fats:
27.7 g
Carbs:
3.2 g
Water:
55.3 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
24.85 g
Fats:
19.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.59 g
Other:
0.54 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +400% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +123.9% |
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Water
~55.59g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.21 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.92 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.443 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.896 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +225.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.3% |
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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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.18µg | 2.2µg | 43% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 6.34mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 930mg | 58mg | 38% |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 31.8µg | 33% |
| Protein | 11.1g | 24.85g | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.5mg | 25% |
| Iron | 0.66mg | 2.4mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.342mg | 0.074mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.734mg | 5.149mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.92g | 0.896g | 13% |
| Fats | 27.7g | 19.02g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.301mg | 12% |
| Choline | 55mg | 10% | |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 163mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.81g | 9.171g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 10.21g | 8.443g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.32mg | 6% | |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 44IU | 6IU | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0.1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.085mg | 3% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 271kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 279mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.2g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.2g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.432mg | 1.171mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.639mg | 1.157mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.874mg | 2.142mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.01mg | 2.38mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.276mg | 0.672mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.501mg | 0.997mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.639mg | 1.242mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.314mg | 0.931mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.013g | 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
34%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 872mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.767g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Knackwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Knackwurst is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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.