Mutton vs. Lamb loin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mutton and lamb loin?
- Mutton is richer in vitamin B12, iron, selenium, zinc, vitamin B6, and phosphorus, yet lamb loin is richer in copper.
- Mutton's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 93% higher.
- Mutton has 3 times more vitamin B6 than lamb loin. Mutton has 0.377mg of vitamin B6, while lamb loin has 0.11mg.
- Mutton contains less saturated fat.
We used Mutton, cooked, roasted (Navajo) and Lamb, domestic, loin, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted 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 | +34.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +124.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +73.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +65% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +54.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +80% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +91.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.6% |
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 | +627.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +242.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +112.7% |
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Water
~52.5g
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -49.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +117.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +129.7% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.44µg | 2.21µg | 93% |
| Iron | 4.76mg | 2.12mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 38µg | 24.6µg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 5.142g | 10.24g | 23% |
| Zinc | 5.93mg | 3.41mg | 23% |
| Protein | 33.43g | 22.55g | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.377mg | 0.11mg | 21% |
| Fats | 11.09g | 23.59g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.459g | 9.68g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 180mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.814g | 1.87g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.119mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 95mg | 5% |
| Folate | 0µg | 19µg | 5% |
| Potassium | 409mg | 246mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.24mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.8mg | 0.11mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.897mg | 0.65mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 234kcal | 309kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.52mg | 7.1mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.06mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 135mg | 64mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 31mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Choline | 100.6mg | 88.4mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 10mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.08g | 0g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.08g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.257mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.403mg | 0.965mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.588mg | 1.088mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.764mg | 1.754mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.999mg | 1.991mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.918mg | 0.579mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.399mg | 0.918mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.678mg | 1.217mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.975mg | 0.714mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.147g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | N/A |
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
75%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mutton is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mutton is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.098g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mutton is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lamb loin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb loin contains less Sodium (difference - 71mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.