Whey vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between whey and turkey meat
- The amount of vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, choline, iron, and vitamin B5 in turkey meat is higher than in whey.
- Turkey meat covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 59% more than whey.
- Whey contains less cholesterol.
- Whey has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of whey is 43, while the glycemic index of turkey meat is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Whey, sweet, fluid and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +235.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +275% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1716.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2225% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1807.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +384.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1300% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1468.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12836.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +147.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1887.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +264.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +446.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.85 g
Fats:
0.36 g
Carbs:
5.14 g
Water:
93.12 g
Other:
0.53 g
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +8466.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +46.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3258.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1952.8% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.011 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 | -89.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2547% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +19163.6% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.074mg | 9.573mg | 59% |
| Protein | 0.85g | 28.55g | 55% |
| Selenium | 1.9µg | 29.8µg | 51% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.031mg | 0.616mg | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 109mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.28µg | 1.02µg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 46mg | 223mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 2.48mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.011g | 2.119g | 14% |
| Choline | 16mg | 87.4mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.06mg | 1.09mg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.36g | 7.39g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.383mg | 0.948mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.093mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23g | 2.155g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.281mg | 9% |
| Calories | 27kcal | 189kcal | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.1g | 2.647g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 30mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 54mg | 103mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 5.14g | 0.06g | 2% |
| Folate | 1µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 239mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.036mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.001mg | 0.014mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.14g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.14g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.054mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.047mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.078mg | 1.925mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.068mg | 2.282mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0.724mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0.903mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.046mg | 0.902mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 0.749mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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 |
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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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46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Whey is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 107mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Whey contains less Sodium (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Whey is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.925g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.14g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is cheaper?
Turkey meat is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins