Turkey bacon vs. Chicken thigh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Turkey bacon and Chicken thigh
- Turkey bacon has more Vitamin B12, and Calcium, while Chicken thigh has more Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, and Selenium.
- Turkey bacon's daily need coverage for Sodium is 42% higher.
- Chicken thigh contains 6 times less Calcium than Turkey bacon. Turkey bacon contains 80mg of Calcium, while Chicken thigh contains 13mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Chicken thigh is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Turkey bacon, unprepared and Chicken, broilers or fryers, thigh, meat only, cooked, fried.
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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 | +515.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +62.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +29.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +260.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +105.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +193.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +90.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +55.7% |
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:
28.18 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
1.18 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +60.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +231.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +76.8% |
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Water
~59.31g
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
2.78 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.43 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +62.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +93.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -38.5% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 226kcal | 218kcal |
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| Protein | 15.94g | 28.18g |
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| Fats | 16.93g | 10.3g |
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| Net carbs | 1.89g | 1.18g |
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| Carbs | 1.89g | 1.18g |
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| Cholesterol | 86mg | 102mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 80mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 349mg | 259mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.46mg |
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| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 2.54mg | 2.79mg |
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| Phosphorus | 222mg | 199mg |
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 95mg |
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| Vitamin A | 34IU | 70IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.027mg |
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| Selenium | 15.8µg | 20.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.088mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.255mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 7.12mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 1.285mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 0.33µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.184g |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.52g | 2.78g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.223g | 3.82g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 2.43g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.329mg |
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| Threonine | 1.188mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.486mg |
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| Leucine | 2.115mg |
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| Lysine | 2.384mg |
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| Methionine | 0.778mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.121mg |
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| Valine | 1.397mg |
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| Histidine | 0.874mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.027g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.197g |
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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
30%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken thigh contains less Sodium (difference - 974mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken thigh is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.74g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken thigh is relatively richer in vitamins
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 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.