Turkey breast vs. Blood sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey breast and blood sausage?
- Turkey breast is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, selenium, and potassium, yet blood sausage is richer in iron and vitamin B12.
- Blood sausage's daily need coverage for iron is 65% higher.
- Turkey breast has 12 times more vitamin B6 than blood sausage. Turkey breast has 0.48mg of vitamin B6, while blood sausage has 0.04mg.
- Turkey breast contains less cholesterol.
We used Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw and Blood sausage 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +116.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +623.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +745.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +80% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +433.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +138.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.89 g
Fats:
7.02 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
70.05 g
Other:
1.04 g
Protein:
14.6 g
Fats:
34.5 g
Carbs:
1.29 g
Water:
47.3 g
Other:
2.31 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +391.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +122.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.91 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.66 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.66 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.4 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
15.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +497.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.4% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1.2mg | 6.4mg | 65% |
| Saturated fat | 1.91g | 13.4g | 52% |
| Fats | 7.02g | 34.5g | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.48mg | 0.04mg | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.66g | 15.9g | 33% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 680mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.2mg | 1.2mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 1µg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 186mg | 22mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 120mg | 18% |
| Protein | 21.89g | 14.6g | 15% |
| Selenium | 22.4µg | 15.5µg | 13% |
| Choline | 72.8mg | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.66g | 3.46g | 12% |
| Calories | 157kcal | 379kcal | 11% |
| Potassium | 275mg | 38mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 52IU | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.074mg | 0.04mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.57mg | 1.3mg | 2% |
| Folate | 7µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.29g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.018mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.621mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.242mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.957mg | 0.57mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.704mg | 1.39mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.996mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.616mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.857mg | 0.82mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.141mg | 1.02mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.66mg | 0.71mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | 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
27%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey breast is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.29g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 621mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.49g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey breast is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Blood sausage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
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.