Turkey bacon vs. Pork loin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between turkey bacon and pork loin
- Turkey bacon has more vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and calcium; however, pork loin has more vitamin B1, selenium, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for pork loin is 73% higher.
- Pork loin has 21 times less sodium than turkey bacon. Turkey bacon has 1069mg of sodium, while pork loin has 50mg.
Food types used in this article are Turkey bacon, unprepared and Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean, and fat, raw.
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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 IronIron | +77.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +72.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +110.1% |
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 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +124.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +90.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2903.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +93.4% |
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:
19.74 g
Fats:
12.58 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.92 g
Other:
0.76 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +348.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.8% |
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Water
~66.92g
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
4.36 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.34 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +250.7% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~4.36g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~5.61g
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 B1 | 0.03mg | 0.901mg | 73% |
| Sodium | 1069mg | 50mg | 44% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 33.2µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 0.53µg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 1.34g | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.472mg | 18% |
| Choline | 69.7mg | 13% | |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 63mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.79mg | 8% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 19.74g | 8% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 1.74mg | 7% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 12.58g | 7% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 197mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 21IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 4.58mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 5.61g | 2% |
| Folate | 10µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 4.36g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 0.723mg | 1% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 198kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.248mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 2µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.056mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0g | N/A |
| Potassium | 349mg | 356mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.244mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.891mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.91mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.572mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.766mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.064mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.77mg | 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
30%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey bacon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey bacon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey bacon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork loin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork loin contains less Sodium (difference - 1019mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pork loin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.16g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork loin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)