Luncheon meat vs. Turkey leg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between luncheon meat and turkey leg?
- Luncheon meat is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B3, yet turkey leg is higher in copper, vitamin B5, iron, zinc, and vitamin B6.
- Luncheon meat's daily need coverage for sodium is 32% more.
- Luncheon meat has 2 times more vitamin B12 than turkey leg. While luncheon meat has 0.92µg of vitamin B12, turkey leg has only 0.39µg.
- The amount of sodium in turkey leg is lower.
We used USDA Commodity, luncheon meat, canned and Turkey, all classes, leg, meat, and skin, raw types 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 ManganeseManganese | +68.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +45.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +240% |
| Contains more IronIron | +77.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +373.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +77.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +135.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25% |
| 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:
19.54 g
Fats:
6.72 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.69 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +90% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +168.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.4% |
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
2.06 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.83 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +176% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16.9% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 820mg | 74mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.92µg | 0.39µg | 22% |
| Selenium | 38.3µg | 26.4µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.225mg | 2.947mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.142mg | 12% |
| Choline | 63.9mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.613mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.685g | 2.06g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.944g | 2.06g | 9% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.72mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 3.09mg | 9% |
| Fats | 12.77g | 6.72g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.272mg | 0.34mg | 5% |
| Protein | 17.5g | 19.54g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.128mg | 0.077mg | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 10µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.565g | 1.83g | 2% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 144kcal | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 71mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.022mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 177mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 300mg | 273mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.04g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.04g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.861mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.537mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.809mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.769mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.028mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g | N/A |
| 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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey leg contains less Sodium (difference - 746mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey leg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.884g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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