Luncheon meat vs. Elk meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between luncheon meat and elk meat?
- Luncheon meat is richer in selenium, yet elk meat is richer in vitamin B12, iron, copper, zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2.
- Elk meat's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 85% higher.
- Luncheon meat has 16 times more sodium than elk meat. Luncheon meat has 820mg of sodium, while elk meat has 50mg.
We used USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Game meat, elk, tenderloin, separable lean only, cooked, broiled types in this comparison.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +94.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +264.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +61.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +319.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1063.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +67.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.9% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +243.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +97.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +221.7% |
| 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:
30.76 g
Fats:
3.41 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.93 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +274.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +213.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.8% |
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Water
~64.93g
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
1.342 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.161 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +486.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +872% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 2.96µg | 85% |
| Selenium | 38.3µg | 10.5µg | 51% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 4.07mg | 39% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.349mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 820mg | 50mg | 33% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 30.76g | 27% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 4.12mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 285mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.485mg | 16% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 3.41g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 1.342g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 0.97g | 12% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.37mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 1.212mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 0.161g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 6.143mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 392mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.55mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 72mg | 2% |
| Folate | 0µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 162kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.144mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.019mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 5mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.236mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.291mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.513mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.755mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.126mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.428mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.948mg | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 0.002g | 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%
62%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Elk meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Elk meat contains less Sodium (difference - 770mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Elk meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.602g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Elk meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Elk meat is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)