Turkey bacon vs. Lamb — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey bacon and lamb?
- Turkey bacon is richer in vitamin B6 and calcium, yet lamb is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B1.
- Lamb's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 57% higher.
- Turkey bacon has 15 times more sodium than lamb. Turkey bacon has 1069mg of sodium, while lamb has 72mg.
We used Turkey bacon, unprepared and Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked 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 CalciumCalcium | +370.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +67.1% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +87.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +65.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +114.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
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:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +315.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.7% |
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
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +211.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +41.7% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 2.55µg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1069mg | 72mg | 43% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 1.51g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 8.83g | 20% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 26.4µg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 4.46mg | 17% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 24.52g | 17% |
| Choline | 93.7mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 6.66mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.13mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.119mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.88mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 8.82g | 6% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 20.94g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 188mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 97mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 294kcal | 3% |
| Folate | 10µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 310mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 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 |
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%
52%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.31g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey bacon is cheaper (difference - $2.3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 997mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins
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.