Luncheon meat vs. Pork bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between luncheon meat and pork bacon
- Luncheon meat contains less phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, copper, zinc, choline, and vitamin B12 than pork bacon.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for pork bacon is 60% higher.
- Luncheon meat is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, baked.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -62.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +68.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +79.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +506.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +197.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +54% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +171.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +68.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +26.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +86.7% |
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:
35.73 g
Fats:
43.27 g
Carbs:
1.35 g
Water:
12.52 g
Other:
7.13 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +426.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +238.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.8% |
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
14.187 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
19.065 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.859 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +235.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +210.5% |
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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| Sodium | 820mg | 2193mg | 60% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 506mg | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 14.187g | 47% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 43.27g | 47% |
| Selenium | 38.3µg | 59µg | 38% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 35.73g | 36% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 10.623mg | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 19.065g | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 4.859g | 22% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 548kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.348mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.182mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 3.36mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 107mg | 10% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 119.3mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 1.16µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 1.033mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 539mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.49mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.251mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.309mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.32mg | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 10mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 1.35g | N/A |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 1.35g | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.299mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.399mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.676mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.782mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.964mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.795mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.417mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.901mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.343mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.21g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 0.199g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.088g | 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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
111%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork bacon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Luncheon meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Luncheon meat contains less Sodium (difference - 1373mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.243g)
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 ($)