Meatball vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Meatball and Turkey sausage
- Meatball has more Selenium, Phosphorus, Fiber, Vitamin B12, Iron, Folate, and Vitamin B1, while Turkey sausage has more Zinc.
- Turkey sausage's daily need coverage for Cholesterol is 31% higher.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Turkey sausage is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Meatballs, frozen, Italian style and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +65.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +79.5% |
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 | +121.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +151.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +26.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +412.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.8% |
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:
15.42 g
Fats:
18.09 g
Carbs:
1.56 g
Water:
63.12 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +22.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +416.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~15.42g
~equal in
Other
~1.81g
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
3.839 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.657 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +78.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -49.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.2% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 286kcal | 235kcal |
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| Protein | 14.4g | 15.42g |
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| Fats | 22.21g | 18.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.76g | 1.56g |
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| Carbs | 8.06g | 1.56g |
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| Cholesterol | 66mg | 160mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU | 17IU |
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| Magnesium | 31mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 80mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 296mg | 229mg |
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| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.07mg |
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| Sugar | 3.47g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.123mg | 0.111mg |
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| Zinc | 1.66mg | 2.98mg |
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| Starch | 2.25g |
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| Phosphorus | 239mg | 155mg |
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| Sodium | 666mg | 639mg |
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| Vitamin A | 73IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 22µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.282mg |
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| Selenium | 15.3µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.136mg | 0.054mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.23mg | 0.165mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.108mg | 3.692mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.924mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.208mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1µg | 0.79µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 36µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.577g |
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| Choline | 45.2mg | 33.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.627g | 3.839g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.188g | 5.158g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.346g | 4.657g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.175mg |
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| Threonine | 0.686mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.802mg |
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| Leucine | 1.229mg |
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| Lysine | 1.453mg |
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| Methionine | 0.447mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.612mg |
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| Valine | 0.819mg |
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| Histidine | 0.481mg |
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| Fructose | 0.21g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey sausage is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey sausage is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.788g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)