Pepperoni vs. Beef shank — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pepperoni and Beef shank
- Pepperoni is higher in Manganese, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B5, yet Beef shank is higher in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, Phosphorus, and Copper.
- Beef shank covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 104% more than Pepperoni.
- Pepperoni contains 54 times more Manganese than Beef shank. While Pepperoni contains 1.074mg of Manganese, Beef shank contains only 0.02mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Beef shank is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Beef, shank crosscuts, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, simmered.
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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 ManganeseManganese | +5270% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +68.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +63.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +190.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +89% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +329.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +126.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +191.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.25 g
Fats:
46.28 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
28.55 g
Other:
4.74 g
Protein:
33.68 g
Fats:
6.36 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.21 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +627.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +103.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
17.708 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.458 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.29 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.21 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +626.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2022.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.1% |
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 |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 504kcal | 201kcal |
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| Protein | 19.25g | 33.68g |
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| Fats | 46.28g | 6.36g |
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| Net carbs | 1.18g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.18g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 97mg | 78mg |
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| Vitamin D | 52IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 274mg | 447mg |
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| Iron | 1.33mg | 3.86mg |
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| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.172mg |
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| Zinc | 2.44mg | 10.49mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 263mg |
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| Sodium | 1582mg | 64mg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.03mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.3µg |
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| Manganese | 1.074mg | 0.02mg |
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| Selenium | 29µg | 30µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.271mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.987mg | 5.89mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg | 0.41mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.362mg | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 3.79µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.8µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.527g |
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| Choline | 51.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.708g | 2.29g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.77g | 2.86g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.458g | 0.21g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.377mg |
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| Threonine | 0.869mg | 1.471mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.901mg | 1.514mg |
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| Leucine | 1.575mg | 2.662mg |
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| Lysine | 1.652mg | 2.802mg |
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| Methionine | 0.511mg | 0.862mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.778mg | 1.315mg |
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| Valine | 0.987mg | 1.638mg |
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| Histidine | 0.688mg | 1.153mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g |
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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
48%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Beef shank is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef shank is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef shank contains less Sodium (difference - 1518mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Beef shank is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.418g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef shank is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef shank is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef shank is relatively richer in minerals
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.