Pork vs. Turkey breast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Pork and Turkey breast
- The amount of Vitamin B1, Selenium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Monounsaturated Fat in Pork is higher than in Turkey breast.
- Pork covers your daily need of Vitamin B1 68% more than Turkey breast.
- Pork contains 3 times more Vitamin B2 than Turkey breast. While Pork contains 0.321mg of Vitamin B2, Turkey breast contains only 0.115mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Turkey breast is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw.
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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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +46.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +53.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +52.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +32.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +102.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
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 | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1412.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +179.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +66.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.32 g
Fats:
13.92 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.87 g
Other:
0.89 g
Protein:
21.89 g
Fats:
7.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
70.05 g
Other:
1.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +98.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.9% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.23 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.19 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.2 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.91 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.66 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.66 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +132.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -63.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +38.3% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 242kcal | 157kcal |
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| Protein | 27.32g | 21.89g |
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| Fats | 13.92g | 7.02g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg |
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| Cholesterol | 80mg | 65mg |
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| Vitamin D | 53IU |
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| Magnesium | 28mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 423mg | 275mg |
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| Iron | 0.87mg | 1.2mg |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.074mg |
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| Zinc | 2.39mg | 1.57mg |
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| Phosphorus | 246mg | 186mg |
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| Sodium | 62mg | 59mg |
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| Vitamin A | 7IU | 6IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 2µg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.3µg |
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| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.018mg |
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| Selenium | 45.3µg | 22.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.877mg | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.115mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.037mg | 5.2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.698mg | 0.621mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.464mg | 0.48mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.7µg | 0.42µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 7µg |
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| Choline | 93.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.23g | 1.91g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.19g | 2.66g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.2g | 1.66g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.338mg | 0.242mg |
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| Threonine | 1.234mg | 0.957mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.26mg | 1.099mg |
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| Leucine | 2.177mg | 1.704mg |
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| Lysine | 2.446mg | 1.996mg |
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| Methionine | 0.712mg | 0.616mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0.857mg |
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| Valine | 1.473mg | 1.141mg |
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| Histidine | 1.067mg | 0.66mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.01g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low 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
56%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey breast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.32g)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey breast is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)