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Nutrition Comparisons
Roast Turkey vs. Roast Lamb Leg
Roast Turkey is higher in protein and lower in calories, fats, and saturated fats, making it leaner. Roast Lamb Leg has more iron and vitamin B12, key nutrients for blood health, and lower sodium, making it beneficial for heart health. Both are good protein sources with different advantages.
Background:Roast Turkey
top benefits 👍
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High Protein Content:Turkey leg provides substantial protein per serving.
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Rich in B Vitamins:Turkey leg contains more Vitamin B6 and B5 than lamb leg.
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Lower Saturated Fat:Turkey leg has significantly less saturated fat compared to lamb.
drawbacks 👎
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Lower Iron Content:Turkey leg contains less iron than lamb leg.
Background:Roast Lamb Leg
top benefits 👍
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High in Protein:Lamb provides essential amino acids for muscle maintenance.
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Rich in Iron:Lamb aids in preventing iron deficiency anemia.
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Vitamin B12 Source:Supports nerve function and red blood cell formation.
drawbacks 👎
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Higher Saturated Fat:Lamb contains more saturated fat than turkey.
Protein
Roast Turkey has 28.6g of protein per serving, which is slightly more than Roast Lamb Leg's 24.8g. Higher protein content supports muscle maintenance and repair.
Calories
Roast Turkey has 189 kcal per serving, significantly fewer than Roast Lamb Leg's 246 kcal. Lower calorie content is generally preferred for weight management.
Fats
Roast Turkey contains 7.39g of fat, which is less than Roast Lamb Leg's 15.6g. Lower fat content can be beneficial for a lower-fat diet.
Saturated Fat
Roast Turkey contains 2.16g of saturated fat, significantly less than Roast Lamb Leg's 7.61g. Lower saturated fat intake is associated with better heart health.
Iron
Roast Lamb Leg provides 2.1mg of iron per serving, which is nearly double Roast Turkey's 1.09mg. Iron is essential for oxygen transport in the body.
Vitamin B12
Roast Lamb Leg contains 2.6µg of vitamin B12, more than double Roast Turkey's 1.02µg. Vitamin B12 supports nerve function and red blood cell production.
Sodium
Roast Lamb Leg contains 43mg of sodium, much less than Roast Turkey's 103mg. Lower sodium content is beneficial for heart health and reducing blood pressure.