Lamb vs. Refried beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between lamb and refried beans
- Lamb has more vitamin B12, vitamin B3, selenium, zinc, phosphorus, choline, and vitamin B2; however, refried beans are higher in fiber.
- Lamb covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 106% more than refried beans.
- The glycemic index of refried beans is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity).
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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 | +30.6% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +669% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.5% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +355.2% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.2% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +70.6% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1213.6% |
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 | +55.6% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +216.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1714.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +249.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +119% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +63.6% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +342% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +392.4% |
Contains more FatsFats | +941.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +44.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +108.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1367.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +178.1% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.9% |
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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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0µg | 106% |
Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 0.367mg | 39% |
Protein | 24.52g | 4.98g | 39% |
Saturated fat | 8.83g | 0.631g | 37% |
Selenium | 26.4µg | 5.8µg | 37% |
Zinc | 4.46mg | 0.58mg | 35% |
Cholesterol | 97mg | 0mg | 32% |
Fats | 20.94g | 2.01g | 29% |
Histidine | 0.777mg | 153mg | 22% |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 0.601g | 21% |
Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
Phosphorus | 188mg | 92mg | 14% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.079mg | 13% |
Choline | 93.7mg | 21.2mg | 13% |
Sodium | 72mg | 370mg | 13% |
Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.289mg | 12% |
Calories | 294kcal | 90kcal | 10% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.189mg | 9% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 6mg | 7% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 0.543g | 6% |
Iron | 1.88mg | 1.44mg | 6% |
Carbs | 0g | 13.55g | 5% |
Magnesium | 23mg | 35mg | 3% |
Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.103mg | 2% |
Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 2.1µg | 2% |
Folate | 18µg | 11µg | 2% |
Copper | 0.119mg | 0.129mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
Calcium | 17mg | 29mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 0g | 9.85g | N/A |
Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
Potassium | 310mg | 319mg | 0% |
Sugar | 0g | 0.54g | N/A |
Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
Trans fat | 0.016g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.908mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
Lysine | 2.166mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.297mg | 0% |
Valine | 1.323mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | N/A |
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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
52%

10%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%

33%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Refried beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Refried beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.199g)
Which food is cheaper?

Refried beans is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 298mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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