Mackerel vs. Brunost — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mackerel and brunost
- Mackerel is higher in vitamin B12 and selenium; however, brunost is richer in vitamin B2, calcium, vitamin A, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 399% higher.
- Mackerel has 7 times more Sodium than brunost. While mackerel has 4450mg of Sodium, brunost has only 600mg.
- Brunost has less sodium.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than brunost (27).
The food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Cheese, gjetost.
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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 IronIron | +169.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +406.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +506.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +171% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +305.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +51.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +395.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +608.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1475% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +627.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +91.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +219.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +182.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +562% |
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Monounsaturated Fat
~7.879g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 305kcal | 466kcal |
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| Protein | 18.5g | 9.65g |
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| Fats | 25.1g | 29.51g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 42.65g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 42.65g |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 94mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1006IU |
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| Magnesium | 60mg | 70mg |
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| Calcium | 66mg | 400mg |
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| Potassium | 520mg | 1409mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.52mg |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.14mg |
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| Phosphorus | 254mg | 444mg |
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| Sodium | 4450mg | 600mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 1113IU |
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| Vitamin A | 47µg | 334µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 25.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.04mg |
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| Selenium | 73.4µg | 14.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.315mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 1.382mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 0.813mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 3.351mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.271mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 2.42µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.8µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 5µg |
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| Choline | 101.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 19.16g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 7.879g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.938g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.135mg |
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| Threonine | 0.393mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.519mg |
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| Leucine | 0.992mg |
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| Lysine | 0.814mg |
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| Methionine | 0.318mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.54mg |
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| Valine | 0.765mg |
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| Histidine | 0.293mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g |
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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
200%
81%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 12.012g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brunost is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brunost is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brunost contains less Sodium (difference - 3850mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Brunost is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.