Turkey bacon vs. Steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between turkey bacon and steak
- Turkey bacon has more phosphorus and calcium, while steak has more vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, iron, and vitamin B3.
- Turkey bacon's daily need coverage for sodium is 44% higher.
- Steak contains 7 times less calcium than turkey bacon. Turkey bacon contains 80mg of calcium, while steak contains 12mg.
- The amount of sodium in steak is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Turkey bacon, unprepared and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip off, separable lean, and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 | +566.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +149.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +101.3% |
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 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +104.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +84.9% |
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:
24.85 g
Fats:
19.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.59 g
Other:
0.54 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +531.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.3% |
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
8.443 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.896 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +424.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +47.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 1069mg | 58mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.19µg | 2.2µg | 42% |
| Zinc | 2.54mg | 6.34mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 15.8µg | 31.8µg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.699g | 0.896g | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.244mg | 0.5mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.52g | 8.443g | 18% |
| Protein | 15.94g | 24.85g | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.675mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 2.4mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 222mg | 163mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 12mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.223g | 9.171g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.032mg | 5.149mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.237mg | 0.301mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.074mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 78mg | 3% |
| Fats | 16.93g | 19.02g | 3% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 271kcal | 2% |
| Copper | 0.068mg | 0.085mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 279mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Carbs | 1.89g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.89g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.184g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.171mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.157mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.142mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.38mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.672mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.997mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.242mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.241g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.013g | 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%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
59%
Comparison summary
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 - 3.923g)
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 - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Steak is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Steak contains less Sodium (difference - 1011mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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