Turkey ham vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between turkey ham and turkey meat?
- Turkey ham is richer in vitamin B1, selenium, and phosphorus, yet turkey meat is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin B12.
- Turkey meat's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 43% higher.
- Turkey ham has 9 times more sodium than turkey meat. Turkey ham has 909mg of sodium, while turkey meat has 103mg.
We used USDA Commodity, turkey ham, dark meat, smoked, frozen and Turkey, whole, meat, and skin, cooked, roasted 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +87.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.7% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +132.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +926.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +27.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.3 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
3.1 g
Water:
73.5 g
Other:
3.1 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5066.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +545.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +84.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.2 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.337 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.873 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -44.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +98% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.616mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 909mg | 103mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.12mg | 9.573mg | 34% |
| Protein | 16.3g | 28.55g | 25% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 19% | |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 109mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.045mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 38.2µg | 29.8µg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8µg | 1.02µg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 289mg | 223mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.873g | 2.119g | 8% |
| Fats | 4g | 7.39g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2g | 2.155g | 4% |
| Calories | 118kcal | 189kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.1mg | 2.48mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.337g | 2.647g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 30mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 0.281mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.09mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 3.1g | 0.06g | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.1g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Potassium | 253mg | 239mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.2g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 12µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 806mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey ham is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey ham is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.955g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey ham is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.