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Turkey ham vs. Meatball — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between turkey ham and meatball

  • Turkey ham has more selenium, vitamin B1, and phosphorus; however, meatball is richer in vitamin B6, iron, fiber, vitamin B1,2 and calcium.
  • Turkey ham's daily need coverage for selenium is 42% more.
  • Turkey ham contains 2 times more vitamin B1 than meatball. Turkey ham contains 0.23mg of vitamin B1, while meatball contains 0.136mg.
  • Meatball contains less sodium.

The food varieties used in the comparison are USDA Commodity, turkey ham, dark meat, smoked, frozen and Meatballs, frozen, Italian style.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 2.1% 22% 38% 0% 57% 124% 119% 0% 208%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 22% 24% 26% 66% 41% 45% 102% 87% 37% 83%
Contains more ZincZinc +26.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +20.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +149.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +93.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1042.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +17%
Contains more IronIron +77%
Contains less SodiumSodium -26.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 5.3% 0% 0% 58% 62% 77% 0% 14% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 7.3% 8.4% 1.5% 34% 53% 58% 55% 47% 125% 21% 27% 25%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +69.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +17.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +32.6%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +37.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +236.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +25%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
16% 4% 3% 74% 3%
Protein: 16.3 g
Fats: 4 g
Carbs: 3.1 g
Water: 73.5 g
Other: 3.1 g
14% 22% 8% 54%
Protein: 14.4 g
Fats: 22.21 g
Carbs: 8.06 g
Water: 53.67 g
Other: 1.66 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +13.2%
Contains more WaterWater +36.9%
Contains more OtherOther +86.7%
Contains more FatsFats +455.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +160%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
35% 39% 26%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.2 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.337 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.873 g
38% 46% 17%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 7.627 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.188 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.346 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -84.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +587.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +283.3%

Carbohydrate type comparison

Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 58%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 0.5 g
Glucose: 0.7 g
Fructose: 0 g
Lactose: 0 g
Maltose: 0 g
Galactose: 0 g
39% 8% 28% 4% 15% 5%
Starch: 2.25 g
Sucrose: 0.48 g
Glucose: 1.61 g
Fructose: 0.21 g
Lactose: 0.87 g
Maltose: 0.27 g
Galactose: 0.04 g
Contains more StarchStarch +∞%
Contains more GlucoseGlucose +130%
Contains more FructoseFructose +∞%
Contains more LactoseLactose +∞%
Contains more MaltoseMaltose +∞%
Contains more GalactoseGalactose +∞%
~equal in Sucrose ~0.48g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Turkey ham Meatball
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turkey ham Meatball DV% diff.
Selenium 38.2µg 15.3µg 42%
Saturated fat 1.2g 7.627g 29%
Fats 4g 22.21g 28%
Monounsaturated fat 1.337g 9.188g 20%
Vitamin B5 0.924mg 18%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.873g 3.346g 16%
Copper 0.123mg 14%
Manganese 0.282mg 12%
Sodium 909mg 666mg 11%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.202mg 11%
Iron 1mg 1.77mg 10%
Folate 36µg 9%
Fiber 0g 2.3g 9%
Calories 118kcal 286kcal 8%
Choline 45.2mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0.8µg 1µg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.23mg 0.136mg 8%
Phosphorus 289mg 239mg 7%
Calcium 7mg 80mg 7%
Vitamin K 8.2µg 7%
Vitamin B3 4.12mg 3.108mg 6%
Magnesium 16mg 31mg 4%
Zinc 2.1mg 1.66mg 4%
Protein 16.3g 14.4g 4%
Vitamin E 0.42mg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.27mg 0.23mg 3%
Carbs 3.1g 8.06g 2%
Potassium 253mg 296mg 1%
Starch 2.25g 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Vitamin A 16µg 22µg 1%
Cholesterol 64mg 66mg 1%
Net carbs 3.1g 5.76g N/A
Vitamin D 2IU 0%
Sugar 1.2g 3.47g N/A
Trans fat 0.577g N/A
Fructose 0.21g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.163g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.013g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.012g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.022g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.07g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.815g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Turkey ham Meatball
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
24%
Turkey ham
36%
Meatball
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Turkey ham
53%
Meatball

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey ham
Turkey ham is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey ham
Turkey ham is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.27g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey ham
Turkey ham is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.427g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey ham
Turkey ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Meatball
Meatball contains less Sodium (difference - 243mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Meatball
Meatball is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Meatball - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171638/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.