Pepperoni vs. Ground beef — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Pepperoni and Ground beef
- Pepperoni has more Manganese, Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin B5, and Vitamin D, however, Ground beef has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Iron.
- Pepperoni's daily need coverage for Sodium is 66% more.
- Pepperoni has 119 times more Manganese than Ground beef. Pepperoni has 1.074mg of Manganese, while Ground beef has 0.009mg.
- Ground beef is lower in Sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Beef, ground, 70% lean meat / 30% fat, loaf, cooked, baked.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +13.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11833.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +51.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +73.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +70.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +139.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.4% |
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 | +758.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +431.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +23.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +81.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +91.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43% |
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:
23.87 g
Fats:
15.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.37 g
Other:
2.39 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +201.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +104.4% |
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
6.073 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.322 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.408 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +183.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +992.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -65.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 504kcal | 241kcal |
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| Protein | 19.25g | 23.87g |
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| Fats | 46.28g | 15.37g |
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| Net carbs | 1.18g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.18g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 97mg | 88mg |
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| Vitamin D | 52IU | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 17mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 33mg |
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| Potassium | 274mg | 241mg |
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| Iron | 1.33mg | 2.27mg |
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| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.079mg |
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| Zinc | 2.44mg | 5.84mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 166mg |
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| Sodium | 1582mg | 73mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 9IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 1.074mg | 0.009mg |
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| Selenium | 29µg | 19.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.271mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.171mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.987mg | 4.026mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg | 0.512mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.362mg | 0.311mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 2.49µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 2.9µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.527g | 1.173g |
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| Choline | 51.2mg | 73.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.708g | 6.073g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.77g | 7.322g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.458g | 0.408g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.869mg | 0.923mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.901mg | 1.055mg |
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| Leucine | 1.575mg | 1.861mg |
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| Lysine | 1.652mg | 1.976mg |
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| Methionine | 0.511mg | 0.614mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.778mg | 0.931mg |
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| Valine | 0.987mg | 1.172mg |
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| Histidine | 0.688mg | 0.775mg |
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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 | 0.008g |
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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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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%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
50%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ground beef is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ground beef contains less Sodium (difference - 1509mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ground beef is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.635g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Ground beef is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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.