Turkey meat vs. Wheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between turkey meat and wheat
- Turkey meat has more vitamin B12 and vitamin B3; however, wheat has more manganese, selenium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, and magnesium.
- Wheat 's daily need coverage for manganese is 130% more.
- Wheat is lower in cholesterol.
- Wheat has a higher glycemic index than turkey meat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Wheat, durum.
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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 | +380% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +142.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +222.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +494.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +67.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +21414.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +132.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +47% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +831.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +377.8% |
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:
13.68 g
Fats:
2.47 g
Carbs:
71.13 g
Water:
10.94 g
Other:
1.78 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +108.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +199.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +480.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +118450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +270.8% |
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
0.454 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.344 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.978 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +669.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +116.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.9% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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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 | 3.012mg | 130% |
| Selenium | 29.8µg | 89.4µg | 108% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.553mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.02µg | 0µg | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 223mg | 508mg | 41% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 0mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.419mg | 31% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 3.52mg | 30% |
| Protein | 28.55g | 13.68g | 30% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 144mg | 27% |
| Carbs | 0.06g | 71.13g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 9.573mg | 6.738mg | 18% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 4.16mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.616mg | 0.419mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.281mg | 0.121mg | 12% |
| Folate | 9µg | 43µg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.155g | 0.454g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.119g | 0.978g | 8% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 339kcal | 8% |
| Fats | 7.39g | 2.47g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.647g | 0.344g | 6% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 431mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 2mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 34mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.06g | 71.13g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 0.935mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0.366mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0.533mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0.221mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0.594mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0.322mg | 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
50%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
168%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wheat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.701g)
Which food is cheaper?
Wheat is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins