Luncheon meat vs. Chicken thigh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between luncheon meat and chicken thigh
- Luncheon meat has more selenium and vitamin B12, while chicken thigh has more vitamin B5, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, copper, and iron.
- Luncheon meat's daily need coverage for selenium is 32% higher.
- Chicken thigh contains 9 times less sodium than luncheon meat. Luncheon meat contains 820mg of sodium, while chicken thigh contains 95mg.
The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +15.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +160% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +178.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +109.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +39.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.5 g
Fats:
12.77 g
Carbs:
1.04 g
Water:
65.87 g
Other:
2.82 g
Protein:
28.18 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +24% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +173.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +61% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.5% |
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Water
~59.31g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.944 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.565 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.78 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.43 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +48.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 38.3µg | 20.5µg | 32% |
| Sodium | 820mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.33µg | 25% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 28.18g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 1.285mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 7.12mg | 12% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.38mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 102mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.09mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 2.79mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.46mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 2.43g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 2.78g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 3.82g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 199mg | 4% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 10.3g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.088mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.255mg | 3% |
| Folate | 0µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 218kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 300mg | 259mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 1.18g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.329mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.188mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.486mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.115mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.384mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.778mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.121mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.397mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.874mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.05g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 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
33%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Luncheon meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken thigh is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken thigh contains less Sodium (difference - 725mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken thigh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.164g)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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