Lamb leg vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Lamb leg and Turkey bacon
- Lamb leg has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Selenium, Vitamin B1, and Zinc, however, Turkey bacon is higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, and Calcium.
- Lamb leg covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 55% more than Turkey bacon.
- Turkey bacon contains 4 times less Vitamin B1 than Lamb leg. Lamb leg contains 0.13mg of Vitamin B1, while Turkey bacon contains 0.03mg.
- Turkey bacon has less Saturated Fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Lamb, domestic, leg, whole (shank and sirloin), separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, raw and Turkey bacon, unprepared.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +788.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.6% |
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 | +90.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +110.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.7% |
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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:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +387.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~16.93g
~equal in
Water
~61.83g
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
4.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +12.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -39.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +248.1% |
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 | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 17.91g | 15.94g |
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| Fats | 17.07g | 16.93g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 1.89g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 1.89g |
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| Cholesterol | 69mg | 86mg |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 80mg |
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| Potassium | 249mg | 349mg |
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| Iron | 1.66mg | 1.4mg |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.068mg |
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| Zinc | 3.32mg | 2.54mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg | 222mg |
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| Sodium | 56mg | 1069mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 34IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.11mg |
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| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 20.7µg | 15.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.13mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.237mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.26mg | 4.032mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 0.675mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.244mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.5µg | 1.19µg |
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| Folate | 19µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.184g |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.43g | 4.52g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 6.223g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.35g | 4.699g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.209mg |
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| Threonine | 0.767mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.864mg |
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| Leucine | 1.393mg |
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| Lysine | 1.582mg |
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| Methionine | 0.46mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.729mg |
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| Valine | 0.967mg |
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| Histidine | 0.567mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.027g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.197g |
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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
47%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.91g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb leg contains less Sodium (difference - 1013mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb leg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.