Meatball vs. Frankfurter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between meatball and frankfurter
- Meatball has more vitamin B2, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, fiber, selenium, and copper; however, frankfurter has more vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for saturated Fat for frankfurter is 17% higher.
- Meatball is lower in saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Meatballs, frozen, Italian style and Frankfurter, beef, unheated.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +244.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +566.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +47.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +123.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1242.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +48.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22.3% |
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 | +110% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +655.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +434.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +355.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +38% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.4 g
Fats:
22.21 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
53.67 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
11.16 g
Fats:
28.3 g
Carbs:
3.36 g
Water:
53.94 g
Other:
3.24 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +139.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +95.2% |
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Water
~53.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.627 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.346 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
10.979 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
12.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.765 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -30.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +337.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +31.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
2.25 g
Sucrose:
0.48 g
Glucose:
1.61 g
Fructose:
0.21 g
Lactose:
0.87 g
Maltose:
0.27 g
Galactose:
0.04 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.12 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.18 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +43.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +50% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 286kcal | 316kcal |
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| Protein | 14.4g | 11.16g |
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| Fats | 22.21g | 28.3g |
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| Net carbs | 5.76g | 3.36g |
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| Carbs | 8.06g | 3.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 66mg | 55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU | 36IU |
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| Magnesium | 31mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 80mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 296mg | 316mg |
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| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.2mg |
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| Sugar | 3.47g | 1.31g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.055mg |
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| Zinc | 1.66mg | 2.03mg |
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| Starch | 2.25g |
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| Phosphorus | 239mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 666mg | 992mg |
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| Vitamin A | 73IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 22µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.9µg |
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| Manganese | 0.282mg | 0.021mg |
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| Selenium | 15.3µg | 10.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.136mg | 0.018mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.108mg | 2.028mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.924mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 1.38µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 1.8µg |
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| Folate | 36µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.577g |
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| Choline | 45.2mg | 48.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.627g | 10.979g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.188g | 12.048g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.346g | 0.765g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.519mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.58mg |
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| Leucine | 0.994mg |
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| Lysine | 1.055mg |
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| Methionine | 0.319mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.487mg |
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| Valine | 0.608mg |
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| Histidine | 0.362mg |
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| Fructose | 0.21g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.012g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.022g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.07g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.815g |
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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
35%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 326mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Meatball is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.352g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Meatball is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Frankfurter is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Frankfurter is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.16g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Frankfurter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)