Trail mix vs. Beef sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between trail mix and beef sticks?
- Trail mix is richer in copper, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B1, and phosphorus, while beef sticks are higher in vitamin B12 and vitamin B2.
- Trail mix's daily need coverage for copper is 95% higher.
- Beef sticks have 12 times less manganese than trail mix. Trail mix has 1.034mg of manganese, while beef sticks have 0.086mg.
- Trail mix is lower in saturated fat.
We used Snacks, trail mix, regular and Snacks, beef sticks, smoked 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 | +652.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +166.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +657.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +91.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1102.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +227.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +172.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +385.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +120.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.8 g
Fats:
29.4 g
Carbs:
44.9 g
Water:
9.2 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
21.5 g
Fats:
49.6 g
Carbs:
5.4 g
Water:
19.1 g
Other:
4.4 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +731.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +68.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +107.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +63% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.55 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.53 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.65 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.8 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
20.47 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.42 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +118.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +63.4% |
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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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.985mg | 0.13mg | 95% |
| Saturated fat | 5.55g | 20.8g | 69% |
| Sodium | 229mg | 1531mg | 57% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 133mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1µg | 42% |
| Manganese | 1.034mg | 0.086mg | 41% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.65g | 4.42g | 35% |
| Magnesium | 158mg | 21mg | 33% |
| Fats | 29.4g | 49.6g | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.462mg | 0.141mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 345mg | 180mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.53g | 20.47g | 20% |
| Folate | 71µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.198mg | 0.436mg | 18% |
| Protein | 13.8g | 21.5g | 15% |
| Potassium | 685mg | 257mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 44.9g | 5.4g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.895mg | 0.328mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 3.22mg | 2.42mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.205mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 6.8mg | 6% |
| Calories | 462kcal | 550kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 3.05mg | 3.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.712mg | 4.54mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 13µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 68mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 44.9g | 5.4g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.166mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.482mg | 0.832mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.515mg | 0.818mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.89mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.515mg | 1.518mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0.454mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.658mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.658mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.357mg | 0.53mg | 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
33%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
104%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Trail mix is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 133mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Trail mix contains less Sodium (difference - 1302mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Trail mix is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.25g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Trail mix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef sticks is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.