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Biscuit vs. Halibut raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between biscuits and halibut raw

  • Biscuits are richer in iron, vitamin B1, calcium, vitamin B2, manganese, and folate, yet halibut raw is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for halibut raw is 38% higher.
  • Biscuits contain 78 times more calcium than halibut raw. Biscuits contain 235mg of calcium, while halibut raw contains 3mg.
  • Halibut raw contains less sodium.
  • Halibut raw has a lower glycemic index than biscuits.

Food types used in this article are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Fish, halibut, Greenland, 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 71% 11% 109% 27% 15% 70% 76% 49% 106%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 0.9% 24% 25% 10% 11% 70% 10% 1.6% 199%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +7733.3%
Contains more IronIron +339.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +173.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +35%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +3050%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +44.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +121.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -86.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +87.2%
~equal in Phosphorus ~164mg

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 0.67% 0% 0% 0% 89% 72% 55% 17% 8.1% 10% 0% 46% 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% 4.7% 15% 411% 15% 18% 28% 15% 97% 125% 0.25% 0.75% 34%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +493.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +287.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +96.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +14%
Contains more FolateFolate +6000%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1100%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +1150%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
7% 16% 45% 29% 3%
Protein: 7 g
Fats: 16.3 g
Carbs: 44.6 g
Water: 28.9 g
Other: 3.2 g
14% 14% 70%
Protein: 14.37 g
Fats: 13.84 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 70.27 g
Other: 1.52 g
Contains more FatsFats +17.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +110.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +105.3%
Contains more WaterWater +143.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
28% 45% 27%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.163 g
20% 69% 11%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.419 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.378 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.367 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +204.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -44.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +20.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Biscuit Halibut raw DV% diff.
Vitamin D 27.4µg 137%
Vitamin D 1097IU 137%
Vitamin B12 0.08µg 1µg 38%
Selenium 19.5µg 36.5µg 31%
Vitamin B6 0.035mg 0.42mg 30%
Iron 2.9mg 0.66mg 28%
Vitamin B1 0.356mg 0.06mg 25%
Calcium 235mg 3mg 23%
Sodium 580mg 80mg 22%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.163g 1.367g 19%
Vitamin B2 0.31mg 0.08mg 18%
Manganese 0.378mg 0.012mg 16%
Folate 61µg 1µg 15%
Carbs 44.6g 0g 15%
Protein 7g 14.37g 15%
Cholesterol 3mg 46mg 14%
Choline 61.8mg 11%
Saturated fat 4.324g 2.419g 9%
Vitamin B3 2.949mg 1.5mg 9%
Calories 353kcal 186kcal 8%
Fiber 1.5g 0g 6%
Copper 0.082mg 0.03mg 6%
Vitamin E 0.73mg 5%
Fats 16.3g 13.84g 4%
Potassium 121mg 268mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 6.93g 8.378g 4%
Magnesium 18mg 26mg 2%
Vitamin A 14µg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.285mg 0.25mg 1%
Zinc 0.54mg 0.4mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0mg 0%
Net carbs 43.1g 0g N/A
Sugar 2.18g 0g N/A
Phosphorus 164mg 164mg 0%
Vitamin K 0.1µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.087mg 0.161mg 0%
Threonine 0.211mg 0.63mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.273mg 0.662mg 0%
Leucine 0.514mg 1.168mg 0%
Lysine 0.226mg 1.32mg 0%
Methionine 0.132mg 0.425mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.347mg 0.561mg 0%
Valine 0.313mg 0.74mg 0%
Histidine 0.161mg 0.423mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.526g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.393g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.089g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Biscuit Halibut raw
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
23%
Biscuit
59%
Halibut raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Biscuit
37%
Halibut raw

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halibut raw
Halibut raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Halibut raw
Halibut raw contains less Sodium (difference - 500mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Halibut raw
Halibut raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.905g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Halibut raw
Halibut raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Biscuit - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172670/nutrients
  2. Halibut raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171965/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.