Luncheon meat vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Luncheon meat and Rib eye steak
- Luncheon meat has more Selenium, while Rib eye steak has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, and Copper.
- Rib eye steak's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 49% higher.
- Rib eye steak contains 15 times less Sodium than Luncheon meat. Luncheon meat contains 820mg of Sodium, while Rib eye steak contains 54mg.
The food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +15.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +29% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +120% |
| Contains more IronIron | +130.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +166.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +174.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +116.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +30.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +128.3% |
| 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:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28100% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +70.8% |
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
9.684 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -59.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +52.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +85% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 189kcal | 291kcal |
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| Protein | 17.5g | 23.69g |
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| Fats | 12.77g | 21.81g |
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| Net carbs | 1.04g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.04g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 78mg | 80mg |
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| Vitamin D | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 5mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 300mg | 260mg |
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| Iron | 0.97mg | 2.24mg |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 2.15mg | 5.91mg |
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| Phosphorus | 170mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 820mg | 54mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 25IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 8µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.08mg |
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| Selenium | 38.3µg | 29.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 4.908mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.477mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 2.1µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.478g |
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| Choline | 63.9mg | 48.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.944g | 9.684g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.685g | 10.519g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 1.027g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.265mg |
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| Threonine | 1.116mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.103mg |
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| Leucine | 2.041mg |
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| Lysine | 2.269mg |
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| Methionine | 0.641mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.95mg |
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| Valine | 1.184mg |
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| Histidine | 0.888mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.055g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g |
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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%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rib eye steak contains less Sodium (difference - 766mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Luncheon meat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Luncheon meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Luncheon meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Luncheon meat is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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