Pork loin vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Pork loin and Rib eye steak?
- Pork loin is higher in Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, and Selenium, yet Rib eye steak is higher in Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Iron.
- Pork loin's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 69% more.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Pork loin is lower.
We used Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, raw and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled types in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +183.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +239.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +627.3% |
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 | +110% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1169% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +42.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +257.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +296.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
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:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +7500% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +73.4% |
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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
9.684 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -55% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +87.5% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 198kcal | 291kcal |
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| Protein | 19.74g | 23.69g |
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| Fats | 12.58g | 21.81g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg |
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| Cholesterol | 63mg | 80mg |
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| Vitamin D | 21IU | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 356mg | 260mg |
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| Iron | 0.79mg | 2.24mg |
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| Copper | 0.056mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 1.74mg | 5.91mg |
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| Phosphorus | 197mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 50mg | 54mg |
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| Vitamin A | 7IU | 25IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 8µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.08mg |
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| Selenium | 33.2µg | 29.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.901mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.248mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.58mg | 4.908mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.723mg | 0.536mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.472mg | 0.477mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.53µg | 2.1µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.478g |
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| Choline | 69.7mg | 48.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.36g | 9.684g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.61g | 10.519g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.34g | 1.027g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.244mg | 0.265mg |
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| Threonine | 0.891mg | 1.116mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.91mg | 1.103mg |
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| Leucine | 1.572mg | 2.041mg |
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| Lysine | 1.766mg | 2.269mg |
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| Methionine | 0.514mg | 0.641mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.785mg | 0.95mg |
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| Valine | 1.064mg | 1.184mg |
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| Histidine | 0.77mg | 0.888mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g |
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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
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48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork loin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork loin contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pork loin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.324g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork loin is cheaper (difference - $2)
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 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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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