Meatball vs. Turkey bacon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between meatball and turkey bacon?
- Meatball is richer in manganese, vitamin B1, folate, and copper, yet turkey bacon is richer in zinc, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3.
- Turkey bacon's daily need coverage for sodium is 18% higher.
- Meatball has 15 times more manganese than turkey bacon. Meatball has 0.282mg of manganese, while turkey bacon has 0.019mg.
- Turkey bacon contains less saturated fat.
We used Meatballs, frozen, Italian style and Turkey bacon, unprepared types in this comparison.
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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 | +93.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1384.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53% |
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 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +281.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +353.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +19% |
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:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +326.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.4% |
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
4.52 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +47.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -40.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.4% |
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:
2.35 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +389.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 666mg | 1069mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 7.627g | 4.52g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.282mg | 0.019mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.136mg | 0.03mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.346g | 4.699g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 1.19µg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 2.54mg | 8% |
| Choline | 45.2mg | 8% | |
| Fats | 22.21g | 16.93g | 8% |
| Folate | 36µg | 10µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 86mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.188g | 6.223g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.108mg | 4.032mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.068mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.924mg | 0.675mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.4mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 31mg | 16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.244mg | 3% |
| Protein | 14.4g | 15.94g | 3% |
| Calories | 286kcal | 226kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 8.06g | 1.89g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 239mg | 222mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 296mg | 349mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Selenium | 15.3µg | 15.8µg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.25g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.237mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.76g | 1.89g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80mg | 80mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.47g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.577g | 0.184g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.012g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.022g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.07g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.815g | 4.197g | 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
36%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.107g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 403mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
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.