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Tuna Bluefin vs. Seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Tuna Bluefin and Seed

  • Tuna Bluefin is richer in Vitamin B12, yet Seed is richer in Fiber, Manganese, Copper, Iron, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc, and Vitamin B1.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Tuna Bluefin is 453% higher.

Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat and Seeds, chia seeds, dried.

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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 Calcium +6210%
Contains more Iron +489.3%
Contains more Magnesium +423.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +163.8%
Contains more Potassium +26%
Contains less Sodium -68%
Contains more Zinc +494.8%
Contains more Copper +740%
Contains more Manganese +13515%
Contains more Selenium +17.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 50% 46% 140% 29% 7% 22% 37% 3% 256%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 190% 290% 240% 369% 36% 3% 125% 308% 356% 302%
Contains more Calcium +6210%
Contains more Iron +489.3%
Contains more Magnesium +423.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +163.8%
Contains more Potassium +26%
Contains less Sodium -68%
Contains more Zinc +494.8%
Contains more Copper +740%
Contains more Manganese +13515%
Contains more Selenium +17.9%

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.
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Seed
Contains more Vitamin A +4566.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +19.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +123%
Contains more Folate +2350%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 152% 0% 0% 0% 70% 71% 198% 83% 122% 2% 1361% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 10% 0% 6% 155% 40% 166% 0% 0% 37% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +4566.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +19.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +123%
Contains more Folate +2350%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +80.8%
Contains more Water +918.8%
Contains more Fats +389.5%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Equal in Other - 4.8
30% 6% 59% 5%
Protein: 29.91 g
Fats: 6.28 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.09 g
Other: 4.72 g
17% 31% 42% 6% 5%
Protein: 16.54 g
Fats: 30.74 g
Carbs: 42.12 g
Water: 5.8 g
Other: 4.8 g
Contains more Protein +80.8%
Contains more Water +918.8%
Contains more Fats +389.5%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Equal in Other - 4.8

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -51.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +12.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1183.4%
29% 37% 33%
Saturated Fat: 1.612 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.844 g
11% 8% 81%
Saturated Fat: 3.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 23.665 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -51.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +12.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1183.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tuna Bluefin Seed Opinion
Net carbs 0g 7.72g Seed
Protein 29.91g 16.54g Tuna Bluefin
Fats 6.28g 30.74g Seed
Carbs 0g 42.12g Seed
Calories 184kcal 486kcal Seed
Fiber 0g 34.4g Seed
Calcium 10mg 631mg Seed
Iron 1.31mg 7.72mg Seed
Magnesium 64mg 335mg Seed
Phosphorus 326mg 860mg Seed
Potassium 323mg 407mg Seed
Sodium 50mg 16mg Seed
Zinc 0.77mg 4.58mg Seed
Copper 0.11mg 0.924mg Seed
Manganese 0.02mg 2.723mg Seed
Selenium 46.8µg 55.2µg Seed
Vitamin A 2520IU 54IU Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin A RAE 757µg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin E 0.5mg Seed
Vitamin C 0mg 1.6mg Seed
Vitamin B1 0.278mg 0.62mg Seed
Vitamin B2 0.306mg 0.17mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B3 10.54mg 8.83mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B5 1.37mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B6 0.525mg Tuna Bluefin
Folate 2µg 49µg Seed
Vitamin B12 10.88µg 0µg Tuna Bluefin
Tryptophan 0.335mg 0.436mg Seed
Threonine 1.311mg 0.709mg Tuna Bluefin
Isoleucine 1.378mg 0.801mg Tuna Bluefin
Leucine 2.431mg 1.371mg Tuna Bluefin
Lysine 2.747mg 0.97mg Tuna Bluefin
Methionine 0.885mg 0.588mg Tuna Bluefin
Phenylalanine 1.168mg 1.016mg Tuna Bluefin
Valine 1.541mg 0.95mg Tuna Bluefin
Histidine 0.88mg 0.531mg Tuna Bluefin
Cholesterol 49mg 0mg Seed
Trans Fat 0.14g Tuna Bluefin
Saturated Fat 1.612g 3.33g Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - DHA 1.141g Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - EPA 0.363g Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - DPA 0.16g Tuna Bluefin
Monounsaturated Fat 2.053g 2.309g Seed
Polyunsaturated fat 1.844g 23.665g Seed
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.835g Seed
Omega-3 - ALA 17.83g Seed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Tuna Bluefin Seed
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
171%
Tuna Bluefin
35%
Seed
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
Tuna Bluefin
221%
Seed

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.718g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Seed
Seed contains less Sodium (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Seed
Seed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Seed
Seed is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Seed
Seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Tuna Bluefin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173707/nutrients
  2. Seed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170554/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.