Fast food vs. Salmon raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between fast food and salmon raw
- Fast food has more iron, zinc, and manganese; however, salmon raw is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B5, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Salmon raw covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 95% more than fast food.
- Fast food has 22 times more manganese than salmon raw. While fast food has 0.357mg of manganese, salmon raw has only 0.016mg.
- Salmon raw has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of fast food is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, wild, raw.
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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 | +416.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +282.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +293.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2131.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +148.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +106.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +49.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +79.8% |
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 | +40.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +220% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +39.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +214% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +285.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +257.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
19.84 g
Fats:
6.34 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.5 g
Other:
5.32 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +89.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +78.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +250% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.981 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.103 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.539 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.1% |
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 Sodium |
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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 minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 3.18µg | 95% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.818mg | 47% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 36.5µg | 29% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 0.8mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 1.664mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.64mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 0.981g | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.016mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.25mg | 14% |
| Folate | 80µg | 25µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 7.86mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 44mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 0g | 11% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 6.34g | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 200mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 490mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.226mg | 8% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 142kcal | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 2.103g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 55mg | 7% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 19.84g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 2.539g | 6% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 62mg | 12mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.38mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 29mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 12µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.87mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 1.613mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 1.822mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.587mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 1.022mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.584mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.321g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 1.115g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.287g | 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
43%
77%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salmon raw contains less Sodium (difference - 287mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salmon raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.512g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salmon raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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