Crab meat vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between crab meat and avocadoes
- Crab meat is richer in vitamin B12, copper, selenium, zinc, and phosphorus, yet avocadoes are richer in fiber and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for crab meat is 479% higher.
- Crab meat has a lower glycemic index than avocadoes.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, cooked, moist heat and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties.
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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 | +117.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +391.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +38.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +522.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1090.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +438.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +9900% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +255% |
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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +31.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +247.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +58.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +867.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +851.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5196.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +238.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 11.5µg | 0µg | 479% |
| Copper | 1.182mg | 0.19mg | 110% |
| Selenium | 40µg | 0.4µg | 72% |
| Zinc | 7.62mg | 0.64mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 1072mg | 7mg | 46% |
| Protein | 19.35g | 2g | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 280mg | 52mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.7g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.185g | 9.799g | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.4mg | 1.389mg | 20% |
| Fats | 1.54g | 14.66g | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 21µg | 18% | |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.536g | 1.816g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.133g | 2.126g | 9% |
| Folate | 51µg | 81µg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 63mg | 29mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 262mg | 485mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.13mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18mg | 0.257mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 12mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.142mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 0g | 8.53g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7.6mg | 10mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.55mg | 3% |
| Calories | 97kcal | 160kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.34mg | 1.738mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.053mg | 0.067mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.83g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.66g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.269mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.783mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.536mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.545mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.817mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.91mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.393mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.295g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.118g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.031g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crab meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Crab meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.993g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crab meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crab meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 1065mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Avocado is cheaper (difference - $11.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins