Turkey bacon vs. Lamb loin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are turkey bacon and lamb loin different?
- Turkey bacon is higher in vitamin B6, calcium, and phosphorus; however, lamb loin is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, selenium, iron, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for turkey bacon is 44% higher.
- Turkey bacon contains 4 times more calcium than lamb loin. While turkey bacon contains 80mg of calcium, lamb loin contains only 18mg.
- Lamb loin has less sodium.
Turkey bacon, unprepared and Lamb, domestic, loin, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted are the varieties used 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 | +344.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +51.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +55.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +121.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +85.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90% |
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:
22.55 g
Fats:
23.59 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
52.5 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39.3% |
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
10.24 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.68 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.87 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +151.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +55.6% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 64mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 2.21µg | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 10.24g | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 7.1mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 1.87g | 19% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 24.6µg | 16% |
| Choline | 88.4mg | 16% | |
| Protein | 15.94g | 22.55g | 13% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 23.59g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.11mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 9.68g | 9% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 2.12mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 3.41mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.119mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 180mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 309kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 246mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 95mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Folate | 10µg | 19µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.65mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.965mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.088mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.754mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.991mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.579mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.918mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.714mg | 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
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49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey bacon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
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 - 5.72g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb loin contains less Sodium (difference - 1005mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb loin 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.