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Arborio rice vs. Sardine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between arborio rice and sardine

  • Arborio rice contains less vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B2 than sardine.
  • Sardine's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 373% higher.
  • Sardine has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of sardine is 0, while the glycemic index of arborio rice is 69.

The food types used in this comparison are Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked and Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone.

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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 28% 115% 35% 110% 62% 36% 210% 40% 14% 287%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +230.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +387.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +38100%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1426.9%
Contains more IronIron +100%
Contains more CopperCopper +158.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +227.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1384.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +602.7%

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%
Sardine
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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% 11% 41% 72% 20% 52% 98% 39% 39% 1118% 6.5% 7.5% 41%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +105%
Contains more FolateFolate +490%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1318.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +251.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +61.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +183.1%
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
25% 11% 60% 4%
Protein: 24.62 g
Fats: 11.45 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.61 g
Other: 4.32 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +15%
Contains more ProteinProtein +943.2%
Contains more FatsFats +5926.3%
Contains more OtherOther +2173.7%

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
14% 37% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.148 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -96.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +6570.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +10196%

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 Sardine
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 Sardine DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 8.94µg 373%
Selenium 7.5µg 52.7µg 82%
Phosphorus 33mg 490mg 65%
Cholesterol 0mg 142mg 47%
Protein 2.36g 24.62g 45%
Calcium 1mg 382mg 38%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 5.148g 34%
Vitamin D 0IU 193IU 24%
Vitamin D 0µg 4.8µg 24%
Vitamin B3 1.493mg 5.245mg 23%
Iron 1.46mg 2.92mg 18%
Fats 0.19g 11.45g 17%
Vitamin B2 0.016mg 0.227mg 16%
Vitamin E 2.04mg 14%
Choline 75mg 14%
Sodium 0mg 307mg 13%
Copper 0.072mg 0.186mg 13%
Folate 59µg 10µg 12%
Manganese 0.357mg 0.108mg 11%
Potassium 26mg 397mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 0.058g 3.869g 10%
Carbs 28.73g 0g 10%
Zinc 0.4mg 1.31mg 8%
Vitamin B6 0.059mg 0.167mg 8%
Vitamin B1 0.164mg 0.08mg 7%
Magnesium 8mg 39mg 7%
Saturated fat 0.051g 1.528g 7%
Vitamin B5 0.397mg 0.642mg 5%
Calories 130kcal 208kcal 4%
Vitamin A 0µg 32µg 4%
Vitamin K 2.6µg 2%
Net carbs 28.73g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.027mg 0.276mg 0%
Threonine 0.084mg 1.079mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.102mg 1.134mg 0%
Leucine 0.195mg 2.001mg 0%
Lysine 0.085mg 2.26mg 0%
Methionine 0.056mg 0.729mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.126mg 0.961mg 0%
Valine 0.144mg 1.268mg 0%
Histidine 0.056mg 0.725mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.473g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.509g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Arborio rice Sardine
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
12%
Arborio rice
119%
Sardine
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Arborio rice
94%
Sardine

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
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 - 307mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.477g)
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. Sardine - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175139/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.