Turkey bacon vs. Chicken breast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between turkey bacon and chicken breast?
- Turkey bacon is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, and calcium, yet chicken breast is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, and vitamin B5.
- Chicken breast's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 67% more.
- Turkey bacon has 14 times more sodium than chicken breast. While turkey bacon has 1069mg of sodium, chicken breast has only 79mg.
We used Turkey bacon, unprepared and Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, fried 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 CalciumCalcium | +400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +135.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +93.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +65.8% |
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 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +89.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +221.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +281.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +163.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +266.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +162.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.94 g
Fats:
16.93 g
Carbs:
1.89 g
Water:
61.83 g
Other:
3.41 g
Protein:
33.44 g
Fats:
4.71 g
Carbs:
0.51 g
Water:
60.21 g
Other:
1.13 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +259.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +270.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +201.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +109.8% |
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Water
~60.21g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.52 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.223 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.699 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.29 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.07 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +261.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +339.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.5% |
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 B3 | 4.032mg | 14.782mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 1069mg | 79mg | 43% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 33.44g | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 0.37µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.64mg | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 1.07g | 24% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 4.71g | 19% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 26.2µg | 19% |
| Choline | 95.9mg | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 1.29g | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 1.08mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 1.72g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.125mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 1.04mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 16mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.079mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 31mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 246mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 4µg | 2% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 187kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.42mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.054mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 276mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 91mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0.51g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0.51g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.39mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.412mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.765mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.509mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.836mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.925mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.328mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.659mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.037mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.197g | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken breast contains less Sodium (difference - 990mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken breast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.23g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken breast is relatively richer in vitamins
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.