Coconut vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between coconut and skipjack tuna
- Coconut has more manganese, copper, and fiber; however, skipjack tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, selenium, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for coconut is 146% higher.
- Skipjack tuna is lower in saturated fat.
- Coconut has a higher glycemic index than skipjack tuna.
Food types used in this article are Nuts, coconut meat, raw and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat.
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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 IronIron | +51.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +295.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7794.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +164.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +152.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +363.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +230% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +73.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +510% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3373.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1716.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.33 g
Fats:
33.49 g
Carbs:
15.23 g
Water:
46.99 g
Other:
0.96 g
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +2496.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +747.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +756.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
29.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.425 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.366 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +486.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10.1% |
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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| Saturated fat | 29.698g | 0.42g | 133% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.54mg | 18.756mg | 114% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.19µg | 91% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0.981mg | 71% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 46.8µg | 67% |
| Manganese | 1.5mg | 0.019mg | 64% |
| Fats | 33.49g | 1.29g | 50% |
| Protein | 3.33g | 28.21g | 50% |
| Fiber | 9g | 0g | 36% |
| Copper | 0.435mg | 0.11mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 285mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 60mg | 20% |
| Calories | 354kcal | 132kcal | 11% |
| Iron | 2.43mg | 1.6mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.122mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 15.23g | 0g | 5% |
| Potassium | 356mg | 522mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.3mg | 0.485mg | 4% |
| Folate | 26µg | 10µg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.425g | 0.243g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.038mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 20mg | 47mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.23g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.23g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.366g | 0.403g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0.316mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.121mg | 1.237mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.131mg | 1.3mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.247mg | 2.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.147mg | 2.59mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.062mg | 0.835mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.169mg | 1.101mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.202mg | 1.453mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0.83mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.091g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.237g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.017g | N/A |
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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
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72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 29.278g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coconut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coconut contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Coconut is cheaper (difference - $5.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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