Basil vs. Cod liver oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Basil and Cod liver oil
- Basil has more Manganese, Copper, Iron, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Folate, however, Cod liver oil is higher in Vitamin A RAE, and Vitamin D.
- Cod liver oil covers your daily need of Vitamin A RAE 3304% more than Basil.
- Basil has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Basil, fresh and Fish oil, cod liver.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1795.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.15 g
Fats:
0.64 g
Carbs:
2.65 g
Water:
92.06 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15525% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.088 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.389 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
22.608 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
46.711 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
22.541 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +52980.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5694.6% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 23kcal | 902kcal |
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| Protein | 3.15g | 0g |
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| Fats | 0.64g | 100g |
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| Vitamin C | 18mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.05g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 2.65g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 570mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 10000IU |
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| Magnesium | 64mg | 0mg |
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| Calcium | 177mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 295mg | 0mg |
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| Iron | 3.17mg | 0mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g |
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| Fiber | 1.6g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.385mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 0.81mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 56mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5275IU | 100000IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 264µg | 30000µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 250µg |
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| Manganese | 1.148mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.902mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.155mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 414.8µg |
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| Folate | 68µg | 0µg |
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| Choline | 11.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.041g | 22.608g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.088g | 46.711g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.389g | 22.541g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.039mg |
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| Threonine | 0.104mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.104mg |
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| Leucine | 0.191mg |
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| Lysine | 0.11mg |
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| Methionine | 0.036mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.13mg |
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| Valine | 0.127mg |
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| Histidine | 0.051mg |
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| Fructose | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 6.898g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 10.968g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.935g |
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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
121%
1038%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cod liver oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod liver oil contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cod liver oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Basil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 570mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Basil is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 22.567g)
Which food is cheaper?
Basil is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Basil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Basil is relatively richer in vitamins