Falafel vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between falafel and fish sandwiches
- Falafel has more iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, folate, and potassium; however, fish sandwiches are higher in selenium and vitamin B12.
- Fish sandwiches cover your daily need for selenium, 31% more than falafel.
- Falafel has 3 times more copper than fish sandwiches. While falafel has 0.258mg of copper, fish sandwiches have only 0.075mg.
- Falafel has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of fish sandwiches is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Falafel, home-prepared 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +228% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +45.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +184% |
| Contains more IronIron | +128% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +244% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +206.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +161.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1700% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +102.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +105.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +39.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 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 | +291.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.4% |
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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| Selenium | 1µg | 18µg | 31% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.68µg | 28% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 1.5mg | 24% |
| Copper | 0.258mg | 0.075mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 2.595g | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.691mg | 0.264mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 6.257g | 14% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 25mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 602mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Folate | 93µg | 46µg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 116mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 206mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 0.49mg | 9% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 12.45g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 2.15mg | 7% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 10.29g | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 257kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 1.949g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 26.69g | 2% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 9IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 1.8mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.53g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.08g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 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 |
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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
17%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.434g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 308mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals