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Arborio rice vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between arborio rice and mackerel

  • The amount of vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, potassium, and vitamin B2 in mackerel is higher than in arborio rice.
  • Mackerel covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 500% more than arborio rice.
  • The amount of saturated fat in arborio rice is lower.
  • Mackerel has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of mackerel is 0, while the glycemic index of arborio rice is 69.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked and Fish, mackerel, salted.

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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 5.7% 0.3% 2.3% 55% 24% 11% 14% 0% 47% 41%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 46% 53% 33% 30% 109% 580% 0% 400%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +650%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +6500%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1900%
Contains more CopperCopper +38.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +175%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +669.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +878.7%
~equal in Iron ~1.4mg

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 0% 0% 0% 0% 41% 3.7% 28% 24% 14% 0% 0% 44% 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 0% 16% 48% 378% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 1500% 20% 11% 55%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +720%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +293.3%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1087.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +121%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +594.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 29% 69%
Protein: 2.36 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 28.73 g
Water: 68.53 g
Other: 0.19 g
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +59.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +683.9%
Contains more FatsFats +13110.5%
Contains more OtherOther +6952.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
32% 36% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.05 g
33% 38% 29%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.21 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.3%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +14244.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +12320%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Arborio rice Mackerel DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 12µg 500%
Sodium 0mg 4450mg 193%
Vitamin D 0IU 1006IU 126%
Vitamin D 0µg 25.2µg 126%
Selenium 7.5µg 73.4µg 120%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 6.21g 41%
Fats 0.19g 25.1g 38%
Protein 2.36g 18.5g 32%
Phosphorus 33mg 254mg 32%
Cholesterol 0mg 95mg 32%
Saturated fat 0.051g 7.148g 32%
Vitamin B6 0.059mg 0.41mg 27%
Monounsaturated fat 0.058g 8.32g 21%
Choline 101.6mg 18%
Vitamin E 2.38mg 16%
Manganese 0.357mg 16%
Potassium 26mg 520mg 15%
Vitamin B2 0.016mg 0.19mg 13%
Magnesium 8mg 60mg 12%
Vitamin B1 0.164mg 0.02mg 12%
Folate 59µg 15µg 11%
Vitamin B3 1.493mg 3.3mg 11%
Carbs 28.73g 0g 10%
Calories 130kcal 305kcal 9%
Vitamin B5 0.397mg 8%
Vitamin K 7.8µg 7%
Calcium 1mg 66mg 7%
Zinc 0.4mg 1.1mg 6%
Vitamin A 0µg 47µg 5%
Copper 0.072mg 0.1mg 3%
Iron 1.46mg 1.4mg 1%
Net carbs 28.73g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.027mg 0%
Threonine 0.084mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.102mg 0%
Leucine 0.195mg 0%
Lysine 0.085mg 0%
Methionine 0.056mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.126mg 0%
Valine 0.144mg 0%
Histidine 0.056mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Arborio rice Mackerel
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
12%
Arborio rice
172%
Mackerel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Arborio rice
131%
Mackerel

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 4450mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.097g)
Which food is cheaper?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is cheaper (difference - $6)

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. Arborio rice - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168882/nutrients
  2. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/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.