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Turkey wing vs. Lamb ribs — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Turkey wing and Lamb ribs?

  • Turkey wing is richer in Vitamin B6, and Polyunsaturated fat, yet Lamb ribs is richer in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, and Monounsaturated Fat.
  • Lamb ribs's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 77% higher.
  • Turkey wing has 4 times more Vitamin B6 than Lamb ribs. Turkey wing has 0.41mg of Vitamin B6, while Lamb ribs has 0.11mg.
  • Turkey wing contains less Cholesterol.

We used Turkey, all classes, wing, meat and skin, raw and Lamb, domestic, rib, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 4.2% 21% 47% 26% 42% 71% 7.2% 2.2% 122%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 6.6% 24% 60% 38% 95% 71% 9.5% 2.5% 119%
Contains less SodiumSodium -24.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +57.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +12.9%
Contains more IronIron +27%
Contains more CopperCopper +49.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +126.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +11.8%
~equal in Magnesium ~20mg
~equal in Phosphorus ~166mg
~equal in Selenium ~21.8µg

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% 0.66% 0% 0% 13% 25% 83% 33% 95% 49% 0% 5.3% 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% 0% 2% 0% 23% 48% 127% 38% 25% 279% 0% 11% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +272.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +90.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +52.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +13.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +471.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +114.3%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
20% 12% 66%
Protein: 20.22 g
Fats: 12.32 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 66.49 g
Other: 0.97 g
21% 30% 48%
Protein: 21.12 g
Fats: 29.82 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 47.89 g
Other: 1.17 g
Contains more WaterWater +38.8%
Contains more FatsFats +142%
Contains more OtherOther +20.6%
~equal in Protein ~21.12g
~equal in Carbs ~0g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
30% 45% 26%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 3.28 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 4.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.86 g
47% 46% 8%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 12.77 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 12.52 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.17 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -74.3%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +31.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +151.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turkey wing Lamb ribs Opinion
Calories 197kcal 359kcal Lamb ribs
Protein 20.22g 21.12g Lamb ribs
Fats 12.32g 29.82g Lamb ribs
Cholesterol 70mg 97mg Turkey wing
Magnesium 21mg 20mg Turkey wing
Calcium 14mg 22mg Lamb ribs
Potassium 240mg 271mg Lamb ribs
Iron 1.26mg 1.6mg Lamb ribs
Copper 0.077mg 0.115mg Lamb ribs
Zinc 1.54mg 3.49mg Lamb ribs
Phosphorus 165mg 166mg Lamb ribs
Sodium 55mg 73mg Turkey wing
Vitamin A 11IU 0IU Turkey wing
Vitamin A 3µg 0µg Turkey wing
Vitamin E 0.1mg Lamb ribs
Manganese 0.017mg 0.019mg Lamb ribs
Selenium 22.4µg 21.8µg Turkey wing
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.09mg Lamb ribs
Vitamin B2 0.11mg 0.21mg Lamb ribs
Vitamin B3 4.425mg 6.75mg Lamb ribs
Vitamin B5 0.554mg 0.63mg Lamb ribs
Vitamin B6 0.41mg 0.11mg Turkey wing
Vitamin B12 0.39µg 2.23µg Lamb ribs
Folate 7µg 15µg Lamb ribs
Saturated Fat 3.28g 12.77g Turkey wing
Monounsaturated Fat 4.97g 12.52g Lamb ribs
Polyunsaturated fat 2.86g 2.17g Turkey wing
Tryptophan 0.217mg 0.247mg Lamb ribs
Threonine 0.866mg 0.904mg Lamb ribs
Isoleucine 0.975mg 1.019mg Lamb ribs
Leucine 1.531mg 1.642mg Lamb ribs
Lysine 1.773mg 1.865mg Lamb ribs
Methionine 0.551mg 0.542mg Turkey wing
Phenylalanine 0.78mg 0.86mg Lamb ribs
Valine 1.031mg 1.139mg Lamb ribs
Histidine 0.585mg 0.669mg Lamb ribs
Omega-3 - DHA 0.01g Turkey wing
Omega-3 - DPA 0.01g Turkey wing

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Turkey wing Lamb ribs
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet Equal
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
23%
Turkey wing
43%
Lamb ribs
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
Turkey wing
44%
Lamb ribs

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turkey wing
Turkey wing is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.49g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lamb ribs
Lamb ribs is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lamb ribs
Lamb ribs is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Turkey wing - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171495/nutrients
  2. Lamb ribs - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174323/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.