Turkey breast vs. Italian sausage — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between turkey breast and Italian sausage
- Turkey breast has more vitamin B6 and vitamin B3; however, Italian sausage is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, zinc, and monounsaturated fat.
- Italian sausage covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 47% more than turkey breast.
- Turkey breast contains less saturated fat.
- Italian sausage has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of Italian sausage is 28, while the glycemic index of turkey breast is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Turkey, all classes, breast, meat and skin, raw and Sausage, Italian, pork, cooked.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +52.2% |
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 | +24.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +974.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +102.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +209.5% |
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:
19.12 g
Fats:
27.31 g
Carbs:
4.27 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.17 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +289% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +108.7% |
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
10.195 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
17.108 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.518 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +543.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111.9% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.623mg | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 1.91g | 10.195g | 38% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 1.3µg | 37% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.66g | 17.108g | 36% |
| Fats | 7.02g | 27.31g | 31% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 743mg | 30% |
| Choline | 78.2mg | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.66g | 3.518g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.48mg | 0.33mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.621mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.233mg | 9% |
| Calories | 157kcal | 344kcal | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.57mg | 2.39mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.2mg | 4.165mg | 6% |
| Protein | 21.89g | 19.12g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 57mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.43mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 186mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 7µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 22.4µg | 22µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 275mg | 304mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.018mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.074mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 4.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 4.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.86g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.242mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.957mg | 0.792mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.731mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.704mg | 1.343mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.996mg | 1.522mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.616mg | 0.486mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.857mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.141mg | 0.804mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.66mg | 0.577mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | 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
27%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey breast contains less Sodium (difference - 684mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey breast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.285g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey breast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey breast is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Italian sausage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Italian sausage is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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