Steak vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are steak and cayenne pepper different?
- Steak is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, while cayenne pepper is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin C, iron, vitamin K, potassium, and vitamin B2.
- Cayenne pepper covers your daily need for vitamin A, 832% more than steak.
- Cayenne pepper has a higher glycemic index (32) than steak (0).
Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne types were used 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 | +155.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +261.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +560.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +621.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +225% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +338.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.3% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +29628.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +343.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +205.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +390% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4918.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1666.7% |
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:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +590.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1018.5% |
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Fats
~17.27g
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
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +233.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +834.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 7µg | 2081µg | 230% |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 199% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5mg | 2.45mg | 150% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.2g | 109% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2µg | 0µg | 92% |
| Manganese | 2mg | 87% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 76.4mg | 85% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 7.8mg | 68% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 80.3µg | 66% |
| Potassium | 279mg | 2014mg | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.896g | 8.37g | 50% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.919mg | 48% |
| Selenium | 31.8µg | 8.8µg | 42% |
| Zinc | 6.34mg | 2.48mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.085mg | 0.373mg | 32% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 152mg | 31% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Protein | 24.85g | 12.01g | 26% |
| Folate | 6µg | 106µg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 8.443g | 3.26g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.149mg | 8.701mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.074mg | 0.328mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 163mg | 293mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 0g | 56.63g | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.171g | 2.75g | 16% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 148mg | 14% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Fats | 19.02g | 17.27g | 3% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 318kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 10.34g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.013g | 0g | 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%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Steak is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.183g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins