Chicken meat vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chicken meat and fish sandwiches
- Chicken meat is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, zinc, and selenium, yet fish sandwiches are richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B1, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken meat is 40% higher.
- Chicken meat contains 6 times more vitamin B6 than fish sandwiches. Chicken meat contains 0.4mg of vitamin B6, while fish sandwiches contain 0.07mg.
- Fish sandwiches contain less cholesterol.
- Chicken meat has a lower glycemic index than fish sandwiches.
Food types used in this article are Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, roasted 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.
| Contains more ZincZinc | +295.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +146.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1220% |
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 AVitamin A | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +294.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +178.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +471.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +128% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +103.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +466.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +820% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +165.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
~equal in
Fats
~12.45g
~equal in
Other
~2.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.97 g
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 | +105.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -48.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +110.7% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.487mg | 2.15mg | 40% |
| Protein | 27.3g | 10.29g | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.07mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 82mg | 602mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.97g | 6.257g | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 35mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0.68µg | 16% |
| Zinc | 1.94mg | 0.49mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.03mg | 0.37mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.063mg | 0.21mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 23.9µg | 18µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.264mg | 11% |
| Folate | 5µg | 46µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 182mg | 116mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 13.6µg | 9% |
| Carbs | 0g | 26.69g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.79g | 1.949g | 8% |
| Choline | 65.9mg | 28.9mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.34g | 2.595g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 6µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Iron | 1.26mg | 1.5mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 0.55mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.168mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Fats | 13.6g | 12.45g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calories | 239kcal | 257kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 223mg | 206mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 9IU | 1% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.075mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.53g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.128mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.362mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.223mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.726mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.061mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.325mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.802mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.04g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 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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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
36%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.841g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken meat contains less Sodium (difference - 520mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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