Apricot vs. Salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are apricots and salmon different?
- Salmon is higher than apricots in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, and choline.
- Salmon covers your daily need for vitamin B12 117% more than apricots.
- Apricots have a higher glycemic index (34) than salmon (0).
Apricots, raw and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, cooked, dry heat 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.
| Contains more IronIron | +14.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +381.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +15.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +115% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +995.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41300% |
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 CVitamin C | +170.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +456.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +28.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +237.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1240.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +514.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1098.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +277.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3132.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1478.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3066.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2359.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5813% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 48kcal | 206kcal |
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| Protein | 1.4g | 22.1g |
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| Fats | 0.39g | 12.35g |
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| Vitamin C | 10mg | 3.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.12g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 11.12g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 63mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 526IU |
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| Magnesium | 10mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 15mg |
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| Potassium | 259mg | 384mg |
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| Iron | 0.39mg | 0.34mg |
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| Sugar | 9.24g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.049mg |
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| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.43mg |
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| Phosphorus | 23mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 61mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1279IU | 230IU |
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| Vitamin A | 96µg | 69µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.89mg | 1.14mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 13.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.077mg | 0.016mg |
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| Selenium | 0.1µg | 41.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.34mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.135mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 8.045mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 1.475mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.647mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.8µg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 34µg |
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| Choline | 2.8mg | 90.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.027g | 2.397g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.17g | 4.181g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.077g | 4.553g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.015mg | 0.248mg |
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| Threonine | 0.047mg | 0.969mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.041mg | 1.018mg |
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| Leucine | 0.077mg | 1.796mg |
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| Lysine | 0.097mg | 2.03mg |
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| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0.654mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.052mg | 0.863mg |
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| Valine | 0.047mg | 1.139mg |
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| Histidine | 0.027mg | 0.651mg |
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| Fructose | 0.94g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.69g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 1.457g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.17g |
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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
15%
106%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
44%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.24g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salmon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apricot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 63mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apricot contains less Sodium (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Apricot is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.37g)
Which food is cheaper?
Apricot is cheaper (difference - $12.5)