Steak vs. Smoothie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between steak and smoothie
- Steak is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, iron, vitamin B3, and potassium, yet smoothie is richer in vitamin C and vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for steak is 82% higher.
- Steak has a lower glycemic index than smoothie.
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 Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1062.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +241.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +531% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +509.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +816.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1936.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 0.24µg | 82% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 58% | |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 58% | |
| Protein | 24.85g | 1.22g | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 0g | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.082mg | 32% |
| Fats | 19.02g | 0g | 29% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 0.15mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 24.5mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 0.816mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 23% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 23% | |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 23% | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 37kcal | 12% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 279mg | 24mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 12mg | 41mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 8.16g | 3% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 58mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 8.16g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 7.35g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
45%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.443g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $2.4)