American cheese vs. Shark — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are American cheese and shark different?
- American cheese is higher in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A, and zinc; however, shark is richer in selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for American cheese is 100% higher.
- American cheese contains 14 times more sodium than shark. While American cheese contains 1671mg of sodium, shark contains only 122mg.
- Shark has a lower glycemic index (0) than American cheese (27).
Cheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D and Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1990% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +418.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +230.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +65.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +68.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +425% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +141.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +380% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3561.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +53.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +455.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.13 g
Fats:
31.79 g
Carbs:
3.7 g
Water:
39.61 g
Other:
6.77 g
Protein:
18.62 g
Fats:
13.82 g
Carbs:
6.39 g
Water:
60.09 g
Other:
1.08 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +130% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +526.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +72.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.7% |
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Protein
~18.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.057 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.236 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.286 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.205 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.701 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +38.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -82.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +187.8% |
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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 371kcal | 228kcal |
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| Protein | 18.13g | 18.62g |
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| Fats | 31.79g | 13.82g |
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| Net carbs | 3.7g | 6.39g |
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| Carbs | 3.7g | 6.39g |
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| Cholesterol | 100mg | 59mg |
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| Vitamin D | 23IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 43mg |
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| Calcium | 1045mg | 50mg |
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| Potassium | 132mg | 155mg |
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| Iron | 0.63mg | 1.11mg |
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| Sugar | 2.26g |
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| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.042mg |
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| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 641mg | 194mg |
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| Sodium | 1671mg | 122mg |
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| Vitamin A | 945IU | 180IU |
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| Vitamin A | 250µg | 54µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.6µg |
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| Manganese | 0.041mg | 0.05mg |
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| Selenium | 20.2µg | 34µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.072mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.234mg | 0.097mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.076mg | 2.783mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.62mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.5µg | 1.21µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.6µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 15µg |
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| Trans Fat | 1.144g |
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| Choline | 36.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.057g | 3.205g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 8.236g | 5.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.286g | 3.701g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.232mg | 0.212mg |
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| Threonine | 0.772mg | 0.843mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.867mg |
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| Leucine | 1.716mg | 1.515mg |
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| Lysine | 1.516mg | 1.634mg |
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| Methionine | 0.475mg | 0.541mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.939mg | 0.75mg |
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| Valine | 1.187mg | 0.965mg |
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| Histidine | 0.546mg | 0.538mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.012g | 0.258g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0.431g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.137g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.021g | 0.089g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.79g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
31%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
106%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shark is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark contains less Sodium (difference - 1549mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shark is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 14.852g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Shark is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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