Pork loin vs. Ground turkey — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Pork loin and Ground turkey?
- Pork loin is richer in Vitamin B1, yet Ground turkey is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Zinc, Vitamin B6, Copper, Vitamin B5, and Iron.
- Pork loin's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 69% higher.
- Pork loin has 2 times more Saturated Fat than Ground turkey. Pork loin has 4.36g of Saturated Fat, while Ground turkey has 2.669g.
We used Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, raw and Ground turkey, cooked 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 PotassiumPotassium | +21.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +169.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +78.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +90.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1070.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1028.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +90.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +152.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +600% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.74 g
Fats:
12.58 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.92 g
Other:
0.76 g
Protein:
27.37 g
Fats:
10.4 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.07 g
Other:
0.16 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +21% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +375% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.7% |
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Carbs
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Water
~62.07g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.36 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.34 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.669 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.458 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.917 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +62.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -38.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +117.7% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 198kcal | 203kcal |
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| Protein | 19.74g | 27.37g |
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| Fats | 12.58g | 10.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg |
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| Cholesterol | 63mg | 93mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 8IU |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 28mg |
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| Potassium | 356mg | 294mg |
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| Iron | 0.79mg | 1.52mg |
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| Copper | 0.056mg | 0.151mg |
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| Zinc | 1.74mg | 3.11mg |
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| Phosphorus | 197mg | 254mg |
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| Sodium | 50mg | 78mg |
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| Vitamin A | 7IU | 79IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 24µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.011mg | |
| Selenium | 33.2µg | 31.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.901mg | 0.077mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.248mg | 0.211mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.58mg | 8.724mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.723mg | 1.193mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.472mg | 0.633mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.53µg | 1.34µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.134g |
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| Choline | 69.7mg | 78.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.36g | 2.669g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.61g | 3.458g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.34g | 2.917g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.244mg | 0.312mg |
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| Threonine | 0.891mg | 1.258mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.91mg | 1.227mg |
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| Leucine | 1.572mg | 2.262mg |
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| Lysine | 1.766mg | 2.452mg |
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| Methionine | 0.514mg | 0.806mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.785mg | 1.068mg |
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| Valine | 1.064mg | 1.27mg |
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| Histidine | 0.77mg | 0.811mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.136g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.012g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.508g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
50%
52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork loin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork loin contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ground turkey is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.691g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ground turkey is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.