Steak vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between steak and cheese sandwich
- Steak has more vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B6; however, cheese sandwich is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B1, calcium, and folate.
- Steak covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 87% more than cheese sandwich.
- Cheese sandwich has 11 times less cholesterol than steak. Steak has 78mg of cholesterol, while cheese sandwich has 7mg.
- Cheese sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54, while the glycemic index of steak is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 ZincZinc | +628.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +30.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +134.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +134.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +91.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1733.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +383.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +966.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.85 g
Fats:
19.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.59 g
Other:
0.54 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1637.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +603.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.443 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.896 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +923% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 0.12µg | 87% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 9.166g | 55% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 0.87mg | 50% |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 58mg | 839mg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 382mg | 31% |
| Protein | 24.85g | 9.8g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 7mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.358mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 4.129g | 20% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 204mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 0g | 58.2g | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.261mg | 18% |
| Folate | 6µg | 64µg | 15% |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 24.3µg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 3.185mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 12% | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 497kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.427mg | 10% |
| Fats | 19.02g | 25g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.16mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 54mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 2.62mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 10.351g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 279mg | 306mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g | N/A |
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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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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 781mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.314g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheese sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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