Steak vs. Spelt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between steak and spelt?
- Steak is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, yet spelt is higher in copper, fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron.
- Steak's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 92% more.
- The glycemic index of steak is lower.
We used Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Spelt, uncooked 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 ZincZinc | +93.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +171.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +491.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +85% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +501.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +166.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +117.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +391.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +125% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +650% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +70.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +682.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +404.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +231.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1960.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.4% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.983mg | 130% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 0µg | 92% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.511mg | 47% |
| Fiber | 0g | 10.7g | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 0.406g | 37% |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 11.7µg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 401mg | 34% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 3.28mg | 28% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 136mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 4.44mg | 26% |
| Fats | 19.02g | 2.43g | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.364mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 0g | 70.19g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 0.445g | 22% |
| Starch | 53.92g | 22% | |
| Protein | 24.85g | 14.57g | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 0.23mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.068mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.113mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 6.843mg | 11% |
| Folate | 6µg | 45µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.79mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 338kcal | 3% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 388mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 3.6µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 1.258g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 59.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 6.82g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0.443mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 1.07mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0.737mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
119%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spelt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spelt contains less Sodium (difference - 50mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spelt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.037g)
Which food is cheaper?
Spelt is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Spelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.