Pepperoni vs. Turkey sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Pepperoni and Turkey sausage?
- Pepperoni has more Selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin D than Turkey sausage.
- Pepperoni's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 69% higher.
- Turkey sausage is lower in Saturated Fat.
We used Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced and Sausage, turkey, breakfast links, mild 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 | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +68.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.6% |
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 | +442.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +401.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +35.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +74% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +64.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +262.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +51% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
15.42 g
Fats:
18.09 g
Carbs:
1.56 g
Water:
63.12 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +161.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +121.1% |
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
3.839 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.158 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.657 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +302.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.3% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~4.657g
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 504kcal | 235kcal |
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| Protein | 19.25g | 15.42g |
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| Fats | 46.28g | 18.09g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.18g | 1.56g |
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| Carbs | 1.18g | 1.56g |
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| Cholesterol | 97mg | 160mg |
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| Vitamin D | 52IU | 17IU |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 32mg |
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| Potassium | 274mg | 229mg |
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| Iron | 1.33mg | 1.07mg |
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| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.111mg |
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| Zinc | 2.44mg | 2.98mg |
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| Phosphorus | 158mg | 155mg |
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| Sodium | 1582mg | 639mg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 1.074mg |
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| Selenium | 29µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.271mg | 0.054mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.257mg | 0.165mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.987mg | 3.692mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.362mg | 0.208mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.3µg | 0.79µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.8µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 4µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.527g |
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| Choline | 51.2mg | 33.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 17.708g | 3.839g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 20.77g | 5.158g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.458g | 4.657g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.175mg |
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| Threonine | 0.869mg | 0.686mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.901mg | 0.802mg |
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| Leucine | 1.575mg | 1.229mg |
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| Lysine | 1.652mg | 1.453mg |
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| Methionine | 0.511mg | 0.447mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.778mg | 0.612mg |
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| Valine | 0.987mg | 0.819mg |
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| Histidine | 0.688mg | 0.481mg |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
76%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey sausage contains less Sodium (difference - 943mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey sausage is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 13.869g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey sausage is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 63mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)