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Mackerel vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between mackerel and chicken sandwich

  • Mackerel has more vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, choline, and phosphorus; however, chicken sandwich is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin B1.
  • Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 495% more.
  • Mackerel contains 201 times more vitamin D than chicken sandwich. Mackerel contains 1006IU of vitamin D, while chicken sandwich contains 5IU.
  • Chicken sandwich contains less sodium.
  • Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74, while the glycemic index of mackerel is 0.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 46% 53% 33% 30% 109% 580% 0% 400%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 17% 17% 22% 66% 22% 17% 79% 98% 29% 109%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +150%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +13.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +112.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +49.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +80.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +37.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +268.8%
Contains more IronIron +26.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -83.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 16% 48% 378% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 1500% 20% 11% 55%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 2.7% 1% 48% 1.5% 58% 69% 145% 72% 88% 16% 21% 35% 19%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +1466.7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +25100%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +9130.8%
Contains more CholineCholine +187.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1050%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +57.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +133.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +213.3%
~equal in Vitamin E ~2.41mg
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0.383mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~8.5µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
16% 11% 21% 49% 3%
Protein: 16.28 g
Fats: 11.19 g
Carbs: 20.89 g
Water: 48.94 g
Other: 2.7 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +13.6%
Contains more FatsFats +124.3%
Contains more OtherOther +396.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +13.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
33% 38% 29%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.21 g
22% 46% 32%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.177 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +85.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +95.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -70.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mackerel Chicken sandwich
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mackerel Chicken sandwich DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 12µg 0.13µg 495%
Sodium 4450mg 753mg 161%
Vitamin D 25.2µg 0.1µg 126%
Vitamin D 1006IU 5IU 125%
Selenium 73.4µg 19.9µg 97%
Vitamin B3 3.3mg 7.72mg 28%
Vitamin B5 1.2mg 24%
Saturated fat 7.148g 2.123g 23%
Fats 25.1g 11.19g 21%
Cholesterol 95mg 35mg 20%
Polyunsaturated fat 6.21g 3.177g 20%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.23mg 18%
Choline 101.6mg 35.3mg 12%
Monounsaturated fat 8.32g 4.481g 10%
Manganese 0.219mg 10%
Phosphorus 254mg 185mg 10%
Magnesium 60mg 24mg 9%
Folate 15µg 47µg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.19mg 0.3mg 8%
Potassium 520mg 245mg 8%
Starch 16.5g 7%
Carbs 0g 20.89g 7%
Fiber 0g 1.4g 6%
Vitamin A 47µg 3µg 5%
Iron 1.4mg 1.77mg 5%
Zinc 1.1mg 0.61mg 4%
Protein 18.5g 16.28g 4%
Copper 0.1mg 0.067mg 4%
Calories 305kcal 250kcal 3%
Vitamin B6 0.41mg 0.383mg 2%
Calcium 66mg 58mg 1%
Vitamin K 7.8µg 8.5µg 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.8mg 1%
Fructose 0.97g 1%
Net carbs 0g 19.49g N/A
Sugar 0g 3.64g N/A
Vitamin E 2.38mg 2.41mg 0%
Trans fat 0.03g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.197g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g 0.003g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.009g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.884g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mackerel Chicken sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
172%
Mackerel
44%
Chicken sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
Mackerel
48%
Chicken sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 3697mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.025g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich 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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/nutrients
  2. Chicken sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170295/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.