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.
- Cod has a lower glycemic index than shrimp.
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.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +337.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1253.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +264.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +120% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +139.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +303.3% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +95.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +192.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated 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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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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| Calories | 82kcal | 99kcal |
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| Protein | 17.81g | 23.98g |
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| Fats | 0.67g | 0.28g |
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| Vitamin C | 1mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 43mg | 189mg |
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| Vitamin D | 36IU |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 39mg |
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| Calcium | 16mg | 70mg |
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| Potassium | 413mg | 259mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 0.51mg |
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| Copper | 0.028mg | 0.379mg |
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| Zinc | 0.45mg | 1.64mg |
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| Phosphorus | 203mg | 237mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 111mg |
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| Vitamin A | 40IU |
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| Vitamin A | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.64mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.9µg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.033mg |
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| Selenium | 33.1µg |
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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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.91µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Choline | 65.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.131g | 0.056g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.094g | 0.048g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.231g | 0.079g |
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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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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.064g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.12g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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?
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 is lower in Cholesterol?
Cod is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 146mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod contains less Sodium (difference - 57mg)
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