Knackwurst vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between knackwurst and turkey sausage?
- Knackwurst is higher in selenium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B12; however, turkey sausage is richer in zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and copper.
- Turkey sausage's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 33% more.
- Turkey sausage has less saturated fat.
We used Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork, beef and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild 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 ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +190.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +62.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +79.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +49.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +62.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +35% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
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:
15.42 g
Fats:
18.09 g
Carbs:
1.56 g
Water:
63.12 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +49.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.1% |
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
3.839 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.657 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +148.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +59.5% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 60mg | 160mg | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 10.21g | 3.839g | 29% |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 0µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.342mg | 0.054mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.81g | 5.158g | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.18µg | 0.79µg | 16% |
| Fats | 27.7g | 18.09g | 15% |
| Sodium | 930mg | 639mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.92g | 4.657g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 2.98mg | 12% |
| Protein | 11.1g | 15.42g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 155mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.32mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.734mg | 3.692mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.111mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.66mg | 1.07mg | 5% |
| Choline | 55mg | 33.9mg | 4% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 235kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 0.4µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 44IU | 17IU | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 0.19mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.208mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.165mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.2g | 1.56g | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 229mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.2g | 1.56g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.432mg | 0.686mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.639mg | 0.802mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.874mg | 1.229mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.01mg | 1.453mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.276mg | 0.447mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.501mg | 0.612mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.639mg | 0.819mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.314mg | 0.481mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 291mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey sausage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.371g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey sausage is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.