Luncheon meat vs. Corned beef — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Luncheon meat and Corned beef
- Luncheon meat has more Vitamin B3, Selenium, and Vitamin B1, while Corned beef has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Copper, and Iron.
- Corned beef's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 30% higher.
- Corned beef contains 5 times less Vitamin B1 than Luncheon meat. Luncheon meat contains 0.128mg of Vitamin B1, while Corned beef contains 0.026mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Luncheon meat is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +106.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +68.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more IronIron | +91.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +413.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +113% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +392.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +72.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +46% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +77.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| 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:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +121.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +48.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~18.17g
~equal in
Water
~59.79g
~equal in
Other
~2.59g
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
6.34 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.67 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -37.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +133.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +62.2% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 189kcal | 251kcal |
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| Protein | 17.5g | 18.17g |
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| Fats | 12.77g | 18.98g |
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| Net carbs | 1.04g | 0.47g |
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| Carbs | 1.04g | 0.47g |
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| Cholesterol | 78mg | 98mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 5mg | 8mg |
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| Potassium | 300mg | 145mg |
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| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.86mg |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.154mg |
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| Zinc | 2.15mg | 4.58mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg | 125mg |
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| Sodium | 820mg | 973mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.16mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 38.3µg | 32.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.026mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.17mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 3.03mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 0.42mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.63µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.5µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 6µg |
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| Choline | 63.9mg | 69.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.944g | 6.34g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.685g | 9.22g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 0.67g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.119mg |
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| Threonine | 0.726mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.827mg |
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| Leucine | 1.445mg |
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| Lysine | 1.536mg |
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| Methionine | 0.473mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.718mg |
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| Valine | 0.901mg |
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| Histidine | 0.58mg |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g |
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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%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Luncheon meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Luncheon meat contains less Sodium (difference - 153mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.396g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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