Atlantic Mackerel vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Atlantic Mackerel and Skipjack tuna?
- Atlantic Mackerel is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Magnesium, and Vitamin B5, yet Skipjack tuna is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, and Potassium.
- Atlantic Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 272% higher.
- Atlantic Mackerel has 8 times more Saturated Fat than Skipjack tuna. Atlantic Mackerel has 3.257g of Saturated Fat, while Skipjack tuna has 0.42g.
We used Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, raw and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat types in this comparison.
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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 | +72.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26.7% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +178.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +363.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +155.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +297.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +106.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +145.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +900% |
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:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +976.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +107.6% |
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Carbs
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Water
~62.28g
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
0.42 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2145.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +731.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 205kcal | 132kcal |
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| Protein | 18.6g | 28.21g |
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| Fats | 13.89g | 1.29g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 1mg |
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| Cholesterol | 70mg | 60mg |
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| Vitamin D | 643IU |
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| Magnesium | 76mg | 44mg |
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| Calcium | 12mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 314mg | 522mg |
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| Iron | 1.63mg | 1.6mg |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.11mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 1.05mg |
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| Phosphorus | 217mg | 285mg |
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| Sodium | 90mg | 47mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 60IU |
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| Vitamin A | 50µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.52mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 44.1µg | 46.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.312mg | 0.122mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.08mg | 18.756mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.856mg | 0.485mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.399mg | 0.981mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.71µg | 2.19µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5µg |
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| Folate | 1µg | 10µg |
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| Choline | 65mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.257g | 0.42g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.456g | 0.243g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.35g | 0.403g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.208mg | 0.316mg |
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| Threonine | 0.815mg | 1.237mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.857mg | 1.3mg |
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| Leucine | 1.512mg | 2.293mg |
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| Lysine | 1.708mg | 2.59mg |
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| Methionine | 0.551mg | 0.835mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.726mg | 1.101mg |
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| Valine | 0.958mg | 1.453mg |
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| Histidine | 0.548mg | 0.83mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.898g | 0.091g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.401g | 0.237g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.212g | 0.017g |
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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
161%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.837g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in minerals
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 - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Atlantic Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins