Turkey meat vs. Pork leg — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Turkey meat and Pork leg
- Turkey meat is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B5, yet Pork leg is richer in Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 from Pork leg is 58% higher.
- Turkey meat contains 2 times more Vitamin B3 than Pork leg. Turkey meat contains 9.573mg of Vitamin B3, while Pork leg contains 4.574mg.
- Pork leg contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, separable lean and fat, raw.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +180% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.3% |
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 | +457.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +61.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1535.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
Protein:
17.43 g
Fats:
18.87 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.47 g
Other:
1.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +63.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +155.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +156.3% |
~equal in
Water
~62.47g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.01 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -67% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +216.6% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~2.01g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 189kcal | 245kcal |
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| Protein | 28.55g | 17.43g |
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| Fats | 7.39g | 18.87g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 0.06g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 0.06g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 109mg | 73mg |
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| Vitamin D | 15IU | 20IU |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 14mg | 5mg |
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| Potassium | 239mg | 315mg |
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| Iron | 1.09mg | 0.85mg |
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| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.065mg |
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| Zinc | 2.48mg | 1.93mg |
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| Phosphorus | 223mg | 199mg |
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| Sodium | 103mg | 47mg |
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| Vitamin A | 39IU | 7IU |
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| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0.5µg |
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| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.023mg |
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| Selenium | 29.8µg | 29.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.736mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.281mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.573mg | 4.574mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 0.685mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.616mg | 0.401mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.02µg | 0.63µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.101g |
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| Choline | 87.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.155g | 6.54g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.647g | 8.38g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.119g | 2.01g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.208mg |
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| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0.776mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0.787mg |
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| Leucine | 1.925mg | 1.376mg |
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| Lysine | 2.282mg | 1.55mg |
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| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0.444mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0.689mg |
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| Valine | 0.902mg | 0.931mg |
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| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0.659mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g |
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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
50%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.385g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pork leg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork leg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork leg contains less Sodium (difference - 56mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pork leg is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)