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Apple pie vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are apple pie and fish sandwiches different?

  • Fish sandwiches are higher than apple pie in vitamin B12, phosphorus, folate, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and vitamin B5.
  • Fish sandwiches cover your daily need for vitamin B12, 28% more than apple pie.
  • Apple pie contains 2 times more saturated fat than fish sandwiches. Apple pie contains 3.797g of saturated fat, while fish sandwiches contain 1.949g.
  • Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index (56) than apple pie (41).

Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce types were 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5% 3.3% 5.7% 45% 15% 4.4% 10% 35% 24% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains less SodiumSodium -55.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +257.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +236.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +216.9%
Contains more IronIron +24%
Contains more CopperCopper +63%
Contains more ZincZinc +206.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +383.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +45.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 11% 9.7% 0% 0% 34% 36% 21% 7.1% 8.8% 1.3% 0% 3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +77.8%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +383.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +12.9%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +56.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +91.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +210.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +84.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +6700%
Contains more FolateFolate +1050%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 11% 34% 52%
Protein: 1.9 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 34 g
Water: 52.2 g
Other: 0.9 g
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +27.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +441.6%
Contains more FatsFats +13.2%
Contains more OtherOther +136.7%
~equal in Water ~48.44g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
37% 42% 21%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.797 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.198 g
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +69.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -48.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +184.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Apple pie Fish sandwich
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Apple pie Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Selenium 18µg 33%
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0.68µg 28%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.198g 6.257g 27%
Protein 1.9g 10.29g 17%
Sodium 266mg 602mg 15%
Phosphorus 24mg 116mg 13%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Vitamin K 13.6µg 11%
Folate 4µg 46µg 11%
Saturated fat 3.797g 1.949g 8%
Vitamin B3 1.123mg 2.15mg 6%
Vitamin B1 0.134mg 0.21mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.119mg 0.37mg 5%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Manganese 0.182mg 0.264mg 4%
Potassium 65mg 206mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 4.388g 2.595g 4%
Iron 1.21mg 1.5mg 4%
Magnesium 7mg 25mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.55mg 4%
Zinc 0.16mg 0.49mg 3%
Vitamin A 29µg 6µg 3%
Copper 0.046mg 0.075mg 3%
Calcium 11mg 37mg 3%
Fiber 1.6g 1g 2%
Carbs 34g 26.69g 2%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin C 3.2mg 1.8mg 2%
Fats 11g 12.45g 2%
Vitamin B6 0.038mg 0.07mg 2%
Calories 237kcal 257kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin D 9IU 1%
Vitamin B2 0.158mg 0.14mg 1%
Net carbs 32.4g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0.08g N/A
Tryptophan 0.026mg 0%
Threonine 0.054mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.073mg 0%
Leucine 0.129mg 0%
Lysine 0.07mg 0%
Methionine 0.032mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.088mg 0%
Valine 0.084mg 0%
Histidine 0.038mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Apple pie Fish sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
10%
Apple pie
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
Apple pie
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.848g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple pie
Apple pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple pie
Apple pie contains less Sodium (difference - 336mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple pie
Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Apple pie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173239/nutrients
  2. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/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.