Turkey bacon vs. Meatball — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey bacon and meatball?
- Turkey bacon is richer in zinc, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3, yet meatball is richer in manganese, vitamin B1, folate, and copper.
- Turkey bacon's daily need coverage for sodium is 18% higher.
- Turkey bacon has 2 times more zinc than meatball. Turkey bacon has 2.54mg of zinc, while meatball has 1.66mg.
- Meatball contains less sodium.
We used Turkey bacon, unprepared and Meatballs, frozen, Italian style 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 PotassiumPotassium | +17.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +93.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1384.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +19% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +281.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +353.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260% |
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:
14.4 g
Fats:
22.21 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
53.67 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +326.5% |
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Protein
~14.4g
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
7.627 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.346 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -40.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +47.6% |
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:
2.25 g
Sucrose:
0.48 g
Glucose:
1.61 g
Fructose:
0.21 g
Lactose:
0.87 g
Maltose:
0.27 g
Galactose:
0.04 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +389.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 666mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 7.627g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.282mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.136mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 3.346g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 1µg | 8% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 1.66mg | 8% |
| Choline | 45.2mg | 8% | |
| Fats | 16.93g | 22.21g | 8% |
| Folate | 10µg | 36µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.2µg | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 66mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 9.188g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 3.108mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.123mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.924mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.77mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 31mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.202mg | 3% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 14.4g | 3% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 286kcal | 3% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 8.06g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 239mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.42mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 296mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 15.3µg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.25g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 22µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 5.76g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80mg | 80mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.47g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | 0.577g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g | 0.163g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.012g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | 0.022g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.027g | 0.07g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.197g | 2.815g | 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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.107g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Meatball is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 403mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball 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.