Turkey bacon vs. Flank steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between turkey bacon and flank steak
- Turkey bacon has more vitamin B2 and calcium; however, flank steak has more vitamin B6, selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, and vitamin B12.
- Turkey bacon's daily need coverage for sodium is 44% more.
- Turkey bacon has 4 times more calcium than flank steak. Turkey bacon has 80mg of calcium, while flank steak has 20mg.
- Flank steak is lower in sodium.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Turkey bacon, unprepared and Beef, flank, steak, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled.
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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 | +300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +111.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +20.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +245.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +82.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +137.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37% |
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:
27.66 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.17 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +105.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-5783.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73.5% |
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Water
~64.17g
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
3.395 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.317 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.322 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +87.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1359.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.9% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 56mg | 44% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 0.322g | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.579mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 29.4µg | 25% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 27.66g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 7.363mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 4.9mg | 21% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 1.63µg | 18% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 8.23g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.133mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 3.317g | 7% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 20mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 3.395g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.74mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.075mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.545mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.082mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 210mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 79mg | 2% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 192kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0g | N/A |
| Potassium | 349mg | 339mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Folate | 10µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | 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 |
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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%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
54%
Comparison summary
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 is lower in Cholesterol?
Flank steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Flank steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1013mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flank steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.125g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flank steak 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.