Turkey bacon vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between turkey bacon and mortadella
- Turkey bacon has more phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3; however, mortadella has more vitamin B2, selenium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B2 for mortadella is 11751% higher.
- Mortadella has 2 times less phosphorus than turkey bacon. Turkey bacon has 222mg of phosphorus, while mortadella has 97mg.
- Mortadella is lower in cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Turkey bacon, unprepared and Mortadella, beef, pork.
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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 | +45.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +344.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +114.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +128.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +43% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +50.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +53.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +87.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +296.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +64457% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +24.4% |
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:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.4% |
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Protein
~16.37g
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
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +82.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 153mg | 11751% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 9.51g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 97mg | 18% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 25.39g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 11.38g | 13% |
| Choline | 72.2mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 1.48µg | 12% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 22.6µg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 3.12g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 56mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.13mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 2.673mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 1069mg | 1246mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.119mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.44mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 349mg | 163mg | 5% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 311kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 2.1mg | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 16.37g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 3.05g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 3.05g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.633mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.708mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.213mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.735mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.52mg | 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%
2746%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey bacon contains less Sodium (difference - 177mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey bacon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.99g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mortadella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
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.