Atlantic Mackerel vs. Salmon raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Atlantic Mackerel and Salmon raw
- Atlantic Mackerel has more Vitamin B12, Selenium, Magnesium, Iron, and Vitamin B3, however, Salmon raw has more Vitamin B6, Copper, Vitamin B5, and Folate.
- Atlantic Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 230% more.
- Atlantic Mackerel has 3 times more Saturated Fat than Salmon raw. Atlantic Mackerel has 3.257g of Saturated Fat, while Salmon raw has 0.981g.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, raw and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, wild, raw.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +162.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +242.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.1% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +317.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +173.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +94.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +105% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.6 g
Fats:
13.89 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
63.55 g
Other:
3.96 g
Protein:
19.84 g
Fats:
6.34 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.5 g
Other:
5.32 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +119.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~19.84g
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Carbs
~0g
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Water
~68.5g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.257 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.456 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.35 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.981 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.103 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.539 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +159.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -69.9% |
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 price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 205kcal | 142kcal |
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| Protein | 18.6g | 19.84g |
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| Fats | 13.89g | 6.34g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg |
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| Cholesterol | 70mg | 55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 643IU |
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| Magnesium | 76mg | 29mg |
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| Calcium | 12mg | 12mg | |
| Potassium | 314mg | 490mg |
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| Iron | 1.63mg | 0.8mg |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.25mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.64mg |
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| Phosphorus | 217mg | 200mg |
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| Sodium | 90mg | 44mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 40IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 50µg | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.52mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.016mg |
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| Selenium | 44.1µg | 36.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.226mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.312mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.08mg | 7.86mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.856mg | 1.664mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.399mg | 0.818mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.71µg | 3.18µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 25µg |
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| Choline | 65mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.257g | 0.981g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.456g | 2.103g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.35g | 2.539g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.208mg | 0.222mg |
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| Threonine | 0.815mg | 0.87mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.857mg | 0.914mg |
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| Leucine | 1.512mg | 1.613mg |
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| Lysine | 1.708mg | 1.822mg |
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| Methionine | 0.551mg | 0.587mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.726mg | 0.775mg |
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| Valine | 0.958mg | 1.022mg |
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| Histidine | 0.548mg | 0.584mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.898g | 0.321g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.401g | 1.115g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.212g | 0.287g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
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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
161%
77%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salmon raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salmon raw contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Salmon raw is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.276g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Atlantic Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Atlantic Mackerel is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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