Fast food vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fast food and mackerel
- Fast food is richer in folate, iron, manganese, and zinc, yet mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 755% higher.
- Fast food contains 40 times more folate than mackerel. Fast food contains 80µg of folate, while mackerel contains 2µg.
- Fast food contains less cholesterol.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than fast food.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +313.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +94.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1685% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +259.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +103.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +107.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +154.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +99.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +86.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +117% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2034.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +48.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +44.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +156% |
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Saturated fat
~4.176g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 19µg | 755% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 51.6µg | 57% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 278mg | 21% |
| Folate | 80µg | 2µg | 20% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.57mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.46mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 4.3g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 97mg | 17% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 23.85g | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.02mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.94mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 75mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.159mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 83mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.99mg | 9% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 17.81g | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 6.85mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 401mg | 6% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 7.006g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 54µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 15mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.412mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.094mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 262kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 4.176g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 1.045mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 1.099mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 1.938mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 2.19mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.706mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.931mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 1.228mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.702mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.504g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.699g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.106g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 248mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.317g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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