Chicken fingers vs. Tuna salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken fingers and tuna salad different?
- Chicken fingers are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B5, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin B2; however, tuna salad is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for tuna salad is 43% higher.
- Chicken fingers contain 5 times more vitamin B6 than tuna salad. While chicken fingers contain 0.426mg of vitamin B6, tuna salad contains only 0.081mg.
- Tuna salad has less cholesterol.
Fast foods, chicken tenders and Fish, tuna salad are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +47.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +109.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +470% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +135.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +254.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +155.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +378.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +425.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +137.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +650% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +83.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +35.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +67.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 1.2µg | 43% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 41.2µg | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.081mg | 27% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 0.26mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 402mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 178mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 13mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 4.122g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 6.7mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.04mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.07mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.145mg | 8% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Fats | 13.95g | 9.26g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.031mg | 7% |
| Protein | 19.22g | 16.04g | 6% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 178mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 0g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 2.887g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 1.544g | 4% |
| Calories | 271kcal | 187kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Folate | 19µg | 8µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 9.41g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 24µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 0.56mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 2.2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 9.41g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.701mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.739mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 1.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 1.457mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.626mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.824mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.055g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
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
42%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna salad contains less Sodium (difference - 367mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.949g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)