Lamb vs. Turkey wing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between lamb and turkey wing?
- Lamb is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, iron, and selenium, yet turkey wing is higher in vitamin B6.
- Lamb's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 90% more.
- Lamb has 3 times more zinc than turkey wing. While lamb has 4.46mg of zinc, turkey wing has only 1.54mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in turkey wing is lower.
We used Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Turkey, all classes, wing, meat and skin, raw 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 CalciumCalcium | +21.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +49.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +54.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +189.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +17.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +553.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +157.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +215.4% |
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:
20.22 g
Fats:
12.32 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.49 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +70% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.3% |
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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
3.28 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.86 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +77.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +89.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 0.39µg | 90% |
| Zinc | 4.46mg | 1.54mg | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 8.83g | 3.28g | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.41mg | 22% |
| Choline | 93.7mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 4.425mg | 14% |
| Fats | 20.94g | 12.32g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.11mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 4.97g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 70mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 2.86g | 9% |
| Protein | 24.52g | 20.22g | 9% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 1.26mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 22.4µg | 7% |
| Calories | 294kcal | 197kcal | 5% |
| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.077mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 165mg | 3% |
| Folate | 18µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 240mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 0.554mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 72mg | 55mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.866mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.975mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 1.531mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 1.773mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.551mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.78mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 1.031mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.585mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| 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
52%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey wing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey wing is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey wing contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey wing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.55g)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey wing is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)