Merlot vs. Chuck steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between merlot and chuck steak
- Chuck steak has more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, and copper than merlot.
- Chuck steak's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 126% more.
- Merlot has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of merlot is 15, while the glycemic index of chuck steak is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot and Beef, chuck eye steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" 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 less SodiumSodium | -94.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1000% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +83.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +155.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +432.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +600% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +6100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +739.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +13650% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1220% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +516.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1981.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2406.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +554.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.07 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
2.51 g
Water:
86.59 g
Other:
10.83 g
Protein:
24.98 g
Fats:
19.64 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.22 g
Other:
0.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +56.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +6668.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35585.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.03µg | 126% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 8.68mg | 78% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 27.5µg | 50% |
| Protein | 0.07g | 24.98g | 50% |
| Saturated fat | 8.66g | 39% | |
| Fats | 0g | 19.64g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.224mg | 4.663mg | 28% |
| Iron | 0.46mg | 2.45mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.457g | 24% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.057mg | 0.373mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 23mg | 193mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.03mg | 0.752mg | 14% |
| Choline | 79mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.191mg | 12% |
| Calories | 83kcal | 277kcal | 10% |
| Copper | 0.011mg | 0.077mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 127mg | 325mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.132mg | 0.012mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.066mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 5% | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 71mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 2.51g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 8mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 1µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 2.51g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.62g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.287g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.062mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.009mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.184mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.709mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.951mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.129mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.809mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.041g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.619g | 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
2%
55%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.66g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chuck steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chuck steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)