Turkey meat vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between turkey meat and saffron
- Turkey meat has more vitamin B3, selenium, and vitamin B12; however, saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Saffron covers your daily need for manganese, 1235% more than turkey meat.
- Saffron has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of saffron is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Spices, saffron.
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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 ZincZinc | +127.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +432.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +780% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +692.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +621.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +918.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +252.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +202814.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +555.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +155.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +64% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +933.3% |
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:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +149.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +433.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +108850% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1035.4% |
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
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +517% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.4% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.067g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.014mg | 28.408mg | 1235% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 11.1mg | 125% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 264mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B3 | 9.573mg | 1.46mg | 51% |
| Selenium | 29.8µg | 5.6µg | 44% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 1724mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.02µg | 0µg | 43% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 0mg | 36% |
| Protein | 28.55g | 11.43g | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.616mg | 1.01mg | 30% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.328mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 0.06g | 65.37g | 22% |
| Folate | 9µg | 93µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 19% | |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 1.09mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.647g | 0.429g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.115mg | 6% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 310kcal | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 223mg | 252mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.155g | 1.586g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 148mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Fats | 7.39g | 5.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.281mg | 0.267mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.06g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | 0g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.119g | 2.067g | 0% |
| 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | 0.006g | 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 |
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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
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey meat is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.569g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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