Luncheon meat vs. Pork loin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between luncheon meat and pork loin
- Luncheon meat has more vitamin B12 and selenium; however, pork loin has more vitamin B1 and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for pork loin is 64% higher.
- Pork loin has 16 times less sodium than luncheon meat. Luncheon meat has 820mg of sodium, while pork loin has 50mg.
Food types used in this article are USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean, and fat, raw.
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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 IronIron | +22.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +236.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +15.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +260% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +86.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.9% |
| 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 Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +73.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +603.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +73.5% |
| 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:
19.74 g
Fats:
12.58 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.92 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +271.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.8% |
~equal in
Fats
~12.58g
~equal in
Water
~66.92g
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
4.36 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.34 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -9.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16.8% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~5.61g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.901mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 820mg | 50mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.53µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.472mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 38.3µg | 33.2µg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 63mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 1.74mg | 4% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 19.74g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 197mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 4.58mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 21IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.248mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.056mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 356mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 0.79mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 0.723mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 4.36g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 1.34g | 2% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 69.7mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 198kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 12.58g | 0% |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Folate | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 5.61g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.244mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.891mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.91mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.572mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.766mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.064mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 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%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork loin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork loin contains less Sodium (difference - 770mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork loin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.416g)
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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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.