Lamb leg vs. Pork bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Lamb leg and Pork bacon
- Lamb leg is higher in Vitamin B12, however, Pork bacon is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, and Potassium.
- Pork bacon's daily need coverage for Sodium is 93% higher.
- Lamb leg has 2 times more Vitamin B12 than Pork bacon. While Lamb leg has 2.5µg of Vitamin B12, Pork bacon has only 1.16µg.
- Lamb leg has less Cholesterol.
The food types used in this comparison are Lamb, domestic, leg, whole (shank and sirloin), separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw and Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked.
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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 | +11.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +197.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +185% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +115.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +850% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +52.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +167.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +106% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.91 g
Fats:
17.07 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.32 g
Other:
0.7 g
Protein:
35.73 g
Fats:
43.27 g
Carbs:
1.35 g
Water:
12.52 g
Other:
7.13 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +413.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +99.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +153.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +918.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.43 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.35 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
14.187 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
19.065 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.859 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -47.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +172.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +259.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 230kcal | 548kcal |
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| Protein | 17.91g | 35.73g |
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| Fats | 17.07g | 43.27g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 1.35g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 1.35g |
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| Cholesterol | 69mg | 107mg |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 10mg |
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| Potassium | 249mg | 539mg |
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| Iron | 1.66mg | 1.49mg |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.182mg |
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| Zinc | 3.32mg | 3.36mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg | 506mg |
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| Sodium | 56mg | 2193mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 37IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.32mg |
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| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 20.7µg | 59µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.13mg | 0.348mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.251mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.26mg | 10.623mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 1.033mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.309mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.5µg | 1.16µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 19µg | 2µg |
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| Choline | 119.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.43g | 14.187g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 19.065g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.35g | 4.859g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.209mg | 0.299mg |
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| Threonine | 0.767mg | 1.399mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.864mg | 1.676mg |
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| Leucine | 1.393mg | 2.782mg |
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| Lysine | 1.582mg | 2.964mg |
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| Methionine | 0.46mg | 0.795mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.729mg | 1.417mg |
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| Valine | 0.967mg | 1.901mg |
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| Histidine | 0.567mg | 1.343mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.21g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.199g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.088g |
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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
47%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb leg contains less Sodium (difference - 2137mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lamb leg is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.757g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)