Tuna salad vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tuna salad and turkey meat
- Tuna salad is richer in selenium and vitamin B12, yet turkey meat is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for turkey meat is 41% higher.
- Tuna salad contains 4 times more sodium than turkey meat. Tuna salad contains 402mg of sodium, while turkey meat contains 103mg.
Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna salad and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +21.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +55.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +185.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +342.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.4% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +45.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +301.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +264.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +660.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +25.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15583.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +343.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78% |
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Water
~63.52g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +94.5% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.647g
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 B6 | 0.081mg | 0.616mg | 41% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 109mg | 32% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 28.55g | 25% |
| Selenium | 41.2µg | 29.8µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 9.573mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 2.48mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.281mg | 16% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.948mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 2.119g | 13% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 103mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 1.02µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.093mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 223mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 2.155g | 3% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 7.39g | 3% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 0.06g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 178mg | 239mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.014mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.09mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 2.647g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 189kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Folate | 8µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 1.925mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 2.282mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.724mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.902mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.749mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 299mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 96mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.611g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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