How the Beyond Burger and the Impossible Burger actually compare when it comes to calories, sodium, and more

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As plant-based "meat" takes America by storm, many people may be wondering what they are actually eating.

• Beyond Meat's Beyond Burger and Impossible Foods' Impossible Burger have quickly become two icons in the plant-based "meat" industry.
• Both companies are constantly tweaking the burgers' recipes.
• Read on to see how the two burgers' nutritional information compares, alongside Burger King's beef patty.
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As plant-based "meat" takes America by storm, many people may be wondering what they are actually eating.

The two top makers of plant-based meat alternatives in the US are Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat. And, many customers might find themselves wondering which of the rivals best fits their nutritional needs.

Read more: How the Beyond Burger and Impossible Burger actually compare to traditional burgers - and each other

Both companies are constantly innovating. This week, Beyond Meat debuted a new recipe for its Beyond Burger. And, earlier this year, Impossible Foods rolled out the healthier Impossible Burger 2.0.

Here is how the two vegan burgers actually compare, alongside Burger King's beef patty: