Ostrich vs. Hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between ostrich and hamburgers?
- Ostrich is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamin B3, yet hamburgers are richer in folate.
- Ostrich's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 200% higher.
- Ostrich has 4 times more vitamin B5 than hamburgers. Ostrich has 1.318mg of vitamin B5, while hamburgers have 0.31mg.
- Hamburgers contain less cholesterol.
- Ostrich has a lower glycemic index than hamburgers.
We used Ostrich, tip trimmed, cooked and Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain 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 | +25% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.2% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +67% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +69% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +84.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.7% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1600% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1042.1% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +325.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +168.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +334% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +273.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.8% |
Contains more WaterWater | +60.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +458.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more OtherOther | +316.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.8% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +466.5% |
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 Sugar |
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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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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 6.25µg | 1.44µg | 200% |
Selenium | 37.5µg | 68% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.545mg | 0.203mg | 26% |
Protein | 28.49g | 17.08g | 23% |
Vitamin B5 | 1.318mg | 0.31mg | 20% |
Saturated fat | 1g | 5.096g | 19% |
Fats | 2.57g | 14.36g | 18% |
Zinc | 4.85mg | 2.87mg | 18% |
Phosphorus | 251mg | 136mg | 16% |
Sodium | 80mg | 414mg | 15% |
Cholesterol | 85mg | 47mg | 13% |
Vitamin B3 | 7.143mg | 5.365mg | 11% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.97g | 5.495g | 11% |
Calcium | 6mg | 102mg | 10% |
Folate | 15µg | 56µg | 10% |
Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.217mg | 9% |
Carbs | 0g | 24.1g | 8% |
Calories | 145kcal | 295kcal | 8% |
Copper | 0.152mg | 0.091mg | 7% |
Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
Potassium | 362mg | 226mg | 4% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.292mg | 0.25mg | 3% |
Fructose | 2.03g | 3% | |
Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
Magnesium | 25mg | 20mg | 1% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.232mg | 0.217mg | 1% |
Iron | 2.79mg | 2.88mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 0g | 23.2g | N/A |
Sugar | 0g | 4.15g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.814g | N/A | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.44g | 0.38g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.254mg | 0.206mg | 0% |
Threonine | 1.25mg | 0.666mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 1.354mg | 0.716mg | 0% |
Leucine | 2.315mg | 1.319mg | 0% |
Lysine | 2.516mg | 1.226mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.796mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 1.176mg | 0.677mg | 0% |
Valine | 1.407mg | 0.823mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.716mg | 0.505mg | 0% |
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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
97%

38%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%

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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Ostrich is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Ostrich contains less Sodium (difference - 334mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Ostrich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.096g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Ostrich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Ostrich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 38mg)
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.