Pheasant vs. Turkey leg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pheasant and turkey leg?
- Pheasant is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and monounsaturated fat, yet turkey leg is richer in zinc, selenium, and copper.
- Pheasant's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 32% higher.
- Pheasant has 3 times more monounsaturated fat than turkey leg. Pheasant has 5.627g of monounsaturated fat, while turkey leg has 2.06g.
- Turkey leg contains less saturated fat.
We used Pheasant, cooked, total edible and Turkey, all classes, leg, meat, and skin, raw 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +20.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +125.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +27.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +155.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +120.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +84.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
32.4 g
Fats:
12.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.2 g
Other:
1.3 g
Protein:
19.54 g
Fats:
6.72 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.69 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +65.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +80.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.1% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.908 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.627 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.185 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.06 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.83 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +173.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +54.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.75mg | 0.34mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.53mg | 2.947mg | 29% |
| Protein | 32.4g | 19.54g | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.09mg | 22% | |
| Choline | 85.8mg | 16% | |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 3.09mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.72µg | 0.39µg | 14% |
| Selenium | 20.7µg | 26.4µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.627g | 2.06g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 242mg | 177mg | 9% |
| Fats | 12.1g | 6.72g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.908g | 2.06g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 71mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.084mg | 0.142mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 57µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 144kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.185g | 1.83g | 4% |
| Iron | 1.43mg | 1.72mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.211mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Folate | 5µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 43mg | 74mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.077mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 273mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.861mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.537mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.809mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.557mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.769mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.028mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.02g | 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
43%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey leg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.848g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey leg is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pheasant contains less Sodium (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pheasant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pheasant is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)