Falafel vs. Tuna Bluefin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between falafel and tuna Bluefin?
- Falafel is richer in manganese, iron, and folate, while tuna Bluefin is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Tuna Bluefin's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 453% higher.
- Tuna Bluefin has 47 times less folate than falafel. Falafel has 93µg of folate, while tuna Bluefin has 2µg.
- Falafel has a higher glycemic index (33) than tuna Bluefin (0).
We used Falafel, home-prepared and Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +440% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +81.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +161.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +134.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3355% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +69.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4580% |
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 FolateFolate | +4550% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +75600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +90.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +909.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +369.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +320% |
| 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:
29.91 g
Fats:
6.28 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
4.72 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +183.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +124.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +70.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +94.2% |
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
1.612 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.844 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +395.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +125.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.4% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 10.88µg | 453% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 757µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 46.8µg | 83% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 10.54mg | 59% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 29.91g | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.525mg | 31% |
| Manganese | 0.691mg | 0.02mg | 29% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 1.31mg | 26% |
| Folate | 93µg | 2µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 1.37mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 2.053g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 326mg | 19% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 6.28g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 49mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.258mg | 0.11mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 1.844g | 15% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 0g | 11% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 50mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.278mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.306mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 323mg | 8% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 184kcal | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 0.77mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 10mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 64mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 1.612g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0.335mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 1.311mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 1.378mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 2.431mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 2.747mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.885mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 1.168mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 1.541mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0.88mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.363g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.141g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.16g | 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
17%
166%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna Bluefin contains less Sodium (difference - 244mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.771g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Falafel is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)