Cod vs. Broccoli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cod and broccoli
- Cod has more vitamin B5, selenium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus; however, broccoli is higher in vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, vitamin A, and fiber.
- Cod covers your daily vitamin B5 needs 3049% more than broccoli.
- Broccoli has less cholesterol.
- The glycemic index of broccoli is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, cod, Atlantic, raw and Broccoli, raw.
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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 | +52.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +207.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1224% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +193.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1300% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +222.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26601.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +248.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +8820% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +158.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +21.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +101500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +531.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +81.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +190% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +754.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +507.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.2% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B5 | 153mg | 0.573mg | 3049% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 89.2mg | 98% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 101.6µg | 85% |
| Selenium | 33.1µg | 2.5µg | 56% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.91µg | 0µg | 38% |
| Protein | 17.81g | 2.82g | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 66mg | 20% |
| Folate | 7µg | 63µg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.6g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.063mg | 0.639mg | 9% |
| Choline | 65.2mg | 18.7mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.21mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0.9µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 36IU | 0IU | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.245mg | 0.175mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg | 0.117mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.73mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 47mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 21mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 413mg | 316mg | 3% |
| Calories | 82kcal | 34kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 31µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.028mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0g | 6.64g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.64mg | 0.78mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.68g | 1% | |
| Sodium | 54mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.231g | 0.038g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.67g | 0.37g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 4.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.7g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.45mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.071mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.131g | 0.039g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.094g | 0.011g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.199mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.781mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.821mg | 0.079mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.447mg | 0.129mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.635mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.527mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.695mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.917mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.524mg | 0.059mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.064g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.12g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cod is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.7g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cod is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broccoli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Broccoli contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.092g)
Which food is cheaper?
Broccoli is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.