Taro vs. Flank steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between taro and flank steak?
- Taro is richer in fiber and manganese, while flank steak is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and phosphorus.
- Flank steak's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 68% higher.
- Taro is lower in saturated fat.
- Taro has a higher glycemic index (54) than flank steak (0).
We used Taro, raw and Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled types in this comparison.
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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 | +43.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +115% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +74.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +109.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4155.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +216.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2030.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4100% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +526.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +432% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1127.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +104.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +40% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +509.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
27.66 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.17 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-2100% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1744% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4015% |
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Water
~64.17g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.317 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20631.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +288% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.63µg | 68% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 29.4µg | 52% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 27.66g | 52% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 7.363mg | 42% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 4.9mg | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 79mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.579mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 210mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 0g | 16% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 105.4mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.009mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 1.74mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 3.395g | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.38mg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 8.23g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.082mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 0g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 3.317g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.133mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 339mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.545mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 192kcal | 4% |
| Folate | 22µg | 9µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0.322g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.075mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 56mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 1.4µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.182mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 1.105mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 1.259mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 2.201mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 2.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.72mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 1.093mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 1.372mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.883mg | 0% |
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
17%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.354g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flank steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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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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.