Mackerel vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Mackerel and Biscuit?
- Mackerel is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Vitamin B6, and Phosphorus, yet Biscuit is richer in Vitamin B1, Iron, and Calcium.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 497% higher.
- Mackerel has 32 times more Cholesterol than Biscuit. Mackerel has 95mg of Cholesterol, while Biscuit has 3mg.
We used Fish, mackerel, salted and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe 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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +329.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +103.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +276.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +256.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +107.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87% |
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 AVitamin A | +91.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1071.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +14900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1680% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +63.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +306.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +164.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +318.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +20.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -39.5% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 305kcal | 353kcal |
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| Protein | 18.5g | 7g |
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| Fats | 25.1g | 16.3g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 43.1g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 44.6g |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 3mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1006IU |
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| Magnesium | 60mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 66mg | 235mg |
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| Potassium | 520mg | 121mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 2.9mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 2.18g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.54mg |
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| Phosphorus | 254mg | 164mg |
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| Sodium | 4450mg | 580mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 82IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 47µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 25.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.378mg |
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| Selenium | 73.4µg | 19.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.356mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.31mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 2.949mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.035mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0.08µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.8µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 61µg |
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| Choline | 101.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 4.324g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 6.93g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 4.163g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.087mg |
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| Threonine | 0.211mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.273mg |
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| Leucine | 0.514mg |
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| Lysine | 0.226mg |
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| Methionine | 0.132mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg |
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| Valine | 0.313mg |
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| Histidine | 0.161mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
200%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 92mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 3870mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.824g)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $7)
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.