Luncheon meat vs. Kielbasa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Luncheon meat and Kielbasa different?
- Kielbasa is higher than Luncheon meat in Vitamin C, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Kielbasa covers your daily need of Sodium 17% more than Luncheon meat.
- Luncheon meat is lower in Sodium.
USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.8% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
13.1 g
Fats:
17.6 g
Carbs:
3.9 g
Water:
62 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +275% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.6% |
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Water
~62g
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
6.23 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.33 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -36.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +45.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +48.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 189kcal | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 17.5g | 13.1g |
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| Fats | 12.77g | 17.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 14.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.04g | 3.9g |
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| Carbs | 1.04g | 3.9g |
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| Cholesterol | 78mg | 70mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 5mg |
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| Potassium | 300mg |
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| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.24mg |
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| Copper | 0.03mg |
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| Zinc | 2.15mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg |
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| Sodium | 820mg | 1200mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.16mg |
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| Manganese | 0.037mg |
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| Selenium | 38.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg |
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| Choline | 63.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.944g | 6.23g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.685g | 8.27g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 2.33g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Luncheon meat contains less Sodium (difference - 380mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.286g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Luncheon meat is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Luncheon meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Luncheon meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kielbasa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)