Turkey egg vs. Yolk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey eggs and yolk?
- Turkey eggs are richer in iron, yet yolk is richer in selenium, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B5, folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.
- Yolk's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 51% higher.
- Turkey eggs have 2 times more iron than yolk. Turkey eggs have 4.1mg of iron, while yolk has 2.73mg.
- Turkey eggs contain less cholesterol.
We used Egg, turkey, whole, fresh, raw and Egg, yolk, raw, fresh 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 | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +129.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +44.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +63.3% |
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 | +129.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +15.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +105.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.68 g
Fats:
11.88 g
Carbs:
1.15 g
Water:
72.5 g
Other:
0.79 g
Protein:
15.86 g
Fats:
26.54 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
52.31 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +212.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.632 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.571 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.551 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.738 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.204 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +156.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +153.6% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Choline | 820.2mg | 149% | |
| Cholesterol | 933mg | 1085mg | 51% |
| Selenium | 34.3µg | 56µg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 170mg | 390mg | 31% |
| Vitamin D | 5.4µg | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 218IU | 27% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.632g | 9.551g | 27% |
| Vitamin A | 166µg | 381µg | 24% |
| Fats | 11.88g | 26.54g | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.889mg | 2.99mg | 22% |
| Folate | 71µg | 146µg | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.571g | 11.738g | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.58mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.1mg | 2.73mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.131mg | 0.35mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 4.204g | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.69µg | 1.95µg | 11% |
| Calories | 171kcal | 322kcal | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.58mg | 2.3mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.176mg | 6% |
| Protein | 13.68g | 15.86g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.47mg | 0.528mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 48mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 129mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.077mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 142mg | 109mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 1.15g | 3.59g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.15g | 3.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.024mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.219mg | 0.177mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.672mg | 0.687mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.855mg | 0.866mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.201mg | 1.399mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.924mg | 1.217mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.442mg | 0.378mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.773mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.985mg | 0.949mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.33mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.114g | 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
46%
114%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yolk contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yolk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey egg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 152mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey egg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey egg is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.919g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey egg is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey egg is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.