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Broth vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between broth and fish sandwiches

  • Broth has more vitamin B2, selenium, choline, and calcium; however, fish sandwiches are higher in vitamin B12, vitamin K, vitamin B1, and copper.
  • Broth covers your daily sodium needs 1012% more than fish sandwiches.
  • Fish sandwiches contain 5 times less calcium than broth. Broth contains 187mg of calcium, while fish sandwiches contain 37mg.
  • Fish sandwiches have less sodium.
  • The glycemic index of fish sandwiches is higher.

Food varieties used in this article are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry 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.
Broth
5
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
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 MagnesiumMagnesium +124%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +405.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +50%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +43.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +55.6%
Contains more IronIron +45.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +444.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +76%

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.
Broth
5
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 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
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 B2Vitamin B2 +207.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +14.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +62.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +42.9%
Contains more CholineCholine +296.5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +63.6%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +19.6%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +110%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +126.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +43.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
3
17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 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 ProteinProtein +61.9%
Contains more FatsFats +11.5%
Contains more OtherOther +2208.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +48.2%
Contains more WaterWater +2033.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 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 +106.6%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -43.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +39.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 602mg 1012%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.14mg 22%
Selenium 28µg 18µg 18%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.68µg 16%
Choline 114.6mg 28.9mg 16%
Calcium 187mg 37mg 15%
Protein 16.66g 10.29g 13%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 6.257g 12%
Vitamin K 0µg 13.6µg 11%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.21mg 9%
Copper 0mg 0.075mg 8%
Saturated fat 3.43g 1.949g 7%
Cholesterol 13mg 35mg 7%
Phosphorus 166mg 116mg 7%
Magnesium 56mg 25mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 2.595g 7%
Iron 1.03mg 1.5mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.37mg 5%
Manganese 0.15mg 0.264mg 5%
Folate 32µg 46µg 4%
Fiber 0g 1g 4%
Zinc 0.09mg 0.49mg 4%
Potassium 309mg 206mg 3%
Carbs 18.01g 26.69g 3%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Fats 13.88g 12.45g 2%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 2.15mg 2%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.07mg 2%
Calories 267kcal 257kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 0.55mg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 6µg 1%
Vitamin D 0IU 9IU 1%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1.8mg 1%
Net carbs 18.01g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 17.36g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0.08g N/A
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
Broth 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
28%
Broth
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.83g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 23273mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.481g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/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.