Cuttlefish vs. Scallops — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cuttlefish and scallops
- The amount of vitamin B2, iron, copper, selenium, vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin C in cuttlefish is higher than in scallops.
- Cuttlefish covers your daily need for vitamin B2, 68% more than scallops.
- The amount of cholesterol in scallops is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw and Mollusks, scallop, (bay and sea), cooked, steamed.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +937.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1678.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +279.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +106.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.1% |
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 | +5550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +3691.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +36.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +33.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.24 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
0.82 g
Water:
80.56 g
Other:
1.68 g
Protein:
20.54 g
Fats:
0.84 g
Carbs:
5.41 g
Water:
70.25 g
Other:
2.96 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +559.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +76.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.118 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.218 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.082 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.222 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +65.7% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~0.082g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 6.02mg | 0.58mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.91mg | 0.024mg | 68% |
| Copper | 0.587mg | 0.033mg | 62% |
| Selenium | 44.8µg | 21.7µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 | 3µg | 2.15µg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 41mg | 24% |
| Choline | 110.7mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 372mg | 667mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 113µg | 2µg | 12% |
| Protein | 16.24g | 20.54g | 9% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 10mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 387mg | 426mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.029mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.366mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.112mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.73mg | 1.55mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.69g | 2% | |
| Carbs | 0.82g | 5.41g | 2% |
| Calories | 79kcal | 111kcal | 2% |
| Folate | 16µg | 20µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 0.222g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.216mg | 1.076mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 354mg | 314mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.7g | 0.84g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.82g | 5.41g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.009mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.118g | 0.218g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.081g | 0.082g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.699mg | 0.629mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.707mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.143mg | 1.226mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.213mg | 1.258mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.366mg | 0.487mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.582mg | 0.597mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.709mg | 0.645mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.039g | 0.072g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.066g | 0.104g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 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
57%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
102%
52%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Scallops is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallops is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cuttlefish is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cuttlefish contains less Sodium (difference - 295mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cuttlefish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.1g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cuttlefish is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.