Cod vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Cod and Shrimp?
- Cod has less Copper, Zinc, and Calcium than Shrimp.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for Cholesterol is 49% higher.
- Cod has 2 times more Potassium than Shrimp. Cod has 413mg of Potassium, while Shrimp has 259mg.
- Cod contains less Cholesterol.
We used Fish, cod, Atlantic, raw and Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) types in this comparison.
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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.
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Potassium
+59.5%
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Sodium
-51.4%
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Calcium
+337.5%
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Iron
+34.2%
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Magnesium
+21.9%
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Phosphorus
+16.7%
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Zinc
+264.4%
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Copper
+1253.6%
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Manganese
+120%
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Potassium
+59.5%
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Sodium
-51.4%
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Calcium
+337.5%
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Iron
+34.2%
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Magnesium
+21.9%
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Phosphorus
+16.7%
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Zinc
+264.4%
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Copper
+1253.6%
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Manganese
+120%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Fats
+139.3%
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Protein
+34.6%
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Carbs
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+303.3%
Equal in Water - 74.33
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Fats
+139.3%
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Protein
+34.6%
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+303.3%
Equal in Water - 74.33
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+95.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+192.4%
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Saturated Fat
-57.3%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+95.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+192.4%
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Saturated Fat
-57.3%
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Protein | 17.81g | 23.98g |
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| Fats | 0.67g | 0.28g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Calories | 82kcal | 99kcal |
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| Calcium | 16mg | 70mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.51mg |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 39mg |
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| Phosphorus | 203mg | 237mg |
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| Potassium | 413mg | 259mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 111mg |
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| Zinc | 0.45mg | 1.64mg |
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| Copper | 0.028mg | 0.379mg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.033mg |
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| Selenium | 33.1µg |
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| Vitamin A | 40IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin D | 36IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.9µg |
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| Vitamin C | 1mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.065mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.063mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 153mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.245mg |
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| Folate | 7µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.91µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.199mg |
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| Threonine | 0.781mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.821mg |
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| Leucine | 1.447mg |
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| Lysine | 1.635mg |
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| Methionine | 0.527mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.695mg |
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| Valine | 0.917mg |
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| Histidine | 0.524mg |
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| Cholesterol | 43mg | 189mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.131g | 0.056g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.12g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.064g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.001g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.094g | 0.048g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.231g | 0.079g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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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
38%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.075g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod contains less Sodium (difference - 57mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cod is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 146mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cod is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Cod is cheaper (difference - $5.7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cod is relatively richer in vitamins