Croissant vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between croissant and fish sandwiches
- Croissant is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin A, folate, vitamin B5, selenium, and vitamin B2, yet fish sandwiches are richer in vitamin B12 and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for croissant is 49% higher.
- Croissant contains 9 times more vitamin A than fish sandwiches. Croissant contains 744IU of vitamin A, while fish sandwiches contain 87IU.
- Fish sandwiches contain less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Croissants, butter and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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 | +35.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +56.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +74.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.5% |
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 | +3333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +52.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +655.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +68.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +108.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.659 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +112.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -83.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +471.9% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 11.659g | 1.949g | 44% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 6.257g | 34% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.68µg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 206µg | 6µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.21mg | 15% |
| Fats | 21g | 12.45g | 13% |
| Folate | 88µg | 46µg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 35mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.37mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 13.6µg | 10% |
| Selenium | 22.7µg | 18µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.14mg | 8% |
| Calories | 406kcal | 257kcal | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.525g | 2.595g | 7% |
| Iron | 2.03mg | 1.5mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 1g | 6% |
| Carbs | 45.8g | 26.69g | 6% |
| Sodium | 467mg | 602mg | 6% |
| Protein | 8.2g | 10.29g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.264mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 206mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 0.55mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 116mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 25mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 28.9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 9IU | 1% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.075mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.2g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Calcium | 37mg | 37mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 11.26g | 3.53g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 2.15mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.623mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.329mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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
35%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Croissant contains less Sodium (difference - 135mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (56)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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