Turkey bacon vs. Frankfurter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey bacon and frankfurter?
- Turkey bacon is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B3, phosphorus, selenium, and calcium, yet frankfurter is richer in vitamin B12.
- Frankfurter's daily need coverage for saturated Fat is 32% higher.
- Turkey bacon has 7 times more Calcium than frankfurter. Turkey bacon has 80mg of Calcium, while frankfurter has 12mg.
- Frankfurter contains less cholesterol.
We used Turkey bacon, unprepared and Frankfurter, beef, unheated 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 | +77.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +566.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +451.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +98.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +81.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +16% |
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:
11.16 g
Fats:
28.3 g
Carbs:
3.36 g
Water:
53.94 g
Other:
3.24 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.8% |
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Other
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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
10.979 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
12.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.765 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -58.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +514.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +93.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
2.35 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.12 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.18 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Fructose
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 226kcal | 316kcal |
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| Protein | 15.94g | 11.16g |
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| Fats | 16.93g | 28.3g |
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| Net carbs | 1.89g | 3.36g |
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| Carbs | 1.89g | 3.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 86mg | 55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 36IU |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 80mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 349mg | 316mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.2mg |
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| Sugar | 1.31g |
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| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.055mg |
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| Zinc | 2.54mg | 2.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 222mg | 152mg |
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 992mg |
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| Vitamin A | 34IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.9µg |
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| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.021mg |
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| Selenium | 15.8µg | 10.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.018mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 2.028mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.185mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 1.38µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | |
| Trans Fat | 0.184g |
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| Choline | 48.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.52g | 10.979g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.223g | 12.048g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 0.765g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.121mg |
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| Threonine | 0.519mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.58mg |
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| Leucine | 0.994mg |
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| Lysine | 1.055mg |
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| Methionine | 0.319mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.487mg |
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| Valine | 0.608mg |
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| Histidine | 0.362mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g |
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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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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.31g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.459g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Frankfurter is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Frankfurter contains less Sodium (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.