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Biscuit vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between biscuits and fish sandwiches

  • Biscuits have more calcium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and phosphorus, while fish sandwiches have more vitamin B12.
  • Fish sandwiches' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 25% higher.
  • Fish sandwiches contain 6 times less calcium than biscuits. Biscuits contain 235mg of calcium, while fish sandwiches contain 37mg.
  • The amount of saturated fat in fish sandwiches is lower.
  • Biscuits have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of biscuits is 44, while the glycemic index of fish sandwiches is 56.

The food types used in this comparison are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.

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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 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +535.1%
Contains more IronIron +93.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +41.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +43.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +38.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +70.2%
~equal in Copper ~0.075mg
~equal in Zinc ~0.49mg
~equal in Sodium ~602mg
~equal in Selenium ~18µg

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 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +69.5%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +121.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +37.2%
Contains more FolateFolate +32.6%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +800%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +29.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +750%

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
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more FatsFats +30.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +67.1%
Contains more OtherOther +50.2%
Contains more ProteinProtein +47%
Contains more WaterWater +67.6%

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
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +167.1%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -54.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +50.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Biscuit Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.08µg 0.68µg 25%
Calcium 235mg 37mg 20%
Iron 2.9mg 1.5mg 18%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.163g 6.257g 14%
Vitamin B2 0.31mg 0.14mg 13%
Vitamin B1 0.356mg 0.21mg 12%
Cholesterol 3mg 35mg 11%
Saturated fat 4.324g 1.949g 11%
Monounsaturated fat 6.93g 2.595g 11%
Vitamin K 13.6µg 11%
Protein 7g 10.29g 7%
Phosphorus 164mg 116mg 7%
Carbs 44.6g 26.69g 6%
Fats 16.3g 12.45g 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Manganese 0.378mg 0.264mg 5%
Vitamin B3 2.949mg 2.15mg 5%
Calories 353kcal 257kcal 5%
Folate 61µg 46µg 4%
Vitamin E 0.55mg 4%
Selenium 19.5µg 18µg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.035mg 0.07mg 3%
Potassium 121mg 206mg 3%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 1.8mg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.285mg 0.37mg 2%
Magnesium 18mg 25mg 2%
Fiber 1.5g 1g 2%
Vitamin D 9IU 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Copper 0.082mg 0.075mg 1%
Sodium 580mg 602mg 1%
Vitamin A 6µg 1%
Net carbs 43.1g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 2.18g 3.53g N/A
Zinc 0.54mg 0.49mg 0%
Trans fat 0.08g N/A
Tryptophan 0.087mg 0%
Threonine 0.211mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.273mg 0%
Leucine 0.514mg 0%
Lysine 0.226mg 0%
Methionine 0.132mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.347mg 0%
Valine 0.313mg 0%
Histidine 0.161mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Biscuit Fish sandwich
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
23%
Biscuit
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Biscuit
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.375g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.35g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/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.