Steak vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between steak and pepperoni
- Steak is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, iron, vitamin B6, and selenium, yet pepperoni is richer in vitamin B1 and vitamin D.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for pepperoni is 66% higher.
- Steak contains 3 times more zinc than pepperoni. Steak contains 6.34mg of zinc, while pepperoni contains 2.44mg.
- Steak contains less cholesterol.
- Steak has a lower glycemic index than pepperoni.
Food types used in this article are Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.
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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 | +27.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +159.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +58.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +69.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +262.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +777.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +126.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +397.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 58mg | 1582mg | 66% |
| Manganese | 1.074mg | 47% | |
| Fats | 19.02g | 46.28g | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 17.708g | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 1.3µg | 38% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 2.44mg | 35% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 20.77g | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 4.458g | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.93mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.271mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 1.33mg | 13% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 504kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.362mg | 11% |
| Protein | 24.85g | 19.25g | 11% |
| Choline | 51.2mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.03mg | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 97mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 52IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.3µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 29µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 5.8µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.257mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 158mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.091mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 4.987mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.18g | 0% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 274mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.527g | N/A | |
| Folate | 6µg | 5µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.869mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0.901mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 1.575mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 1.652mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0.511mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0.778mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0.987mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0.688mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.164g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.04g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.136g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.605g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1524mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.265g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Steak is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
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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