Luncheon meat vs. Meatball — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between luncheon meat and meatball?
- Luncheon meat is richer in selenium and vitamin B3, yet meatball is richer in manganese, copper, iron, phosphorus, fiber, folate, and calcium.
- Luncheon meat's daily need coverage for selenium is 42% higher.
- Luncheon meat has 2 times more vitamin B3 than meatball. Luncheon meat has 5.225mg of vitamin B3, while meatball has 3.108mg.
- Luncheon meat contains less saturated fat.
We used USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Meatballs, frozen, Italian style 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 ZincZinc | +29.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +72.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1500% |
| Contains more IronIron | +82.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +310% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +662.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +68.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +41.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +162.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50.7% |
| 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:
14.4 g
Fats:
22.21 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
53.67 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +73.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +675% |
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
7.627 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.346 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +113.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 38.3µg | 15.3µg | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 7.627g | 17% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 22.21g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 3.108mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 3.346g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.282mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.123mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 239mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.77mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 9.188g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.3g | 9% |
| Folate | 0µg | 36µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 80mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.2µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 820mg | 666mg | 7% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 14.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 0.924mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.202mg | 5% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 286kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 1.66mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 66mg | 4% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 45.2mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 31mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.42mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 8.06g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.136mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.25g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 5.76g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 300mg | 296mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.577g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 0.07g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.815g | N/A |
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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 154mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Luncheon meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.683g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
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.