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Mackerel vs. Coconut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between mackerel and coconut

  • Mackerel has more vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, coconut has more copper and fiber.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 500% higher.
  • Coconut is lower in cholesterol.
  • Coconut has a higher glycemic index than mackerel.

Food types used in this article are Fish, mackerel, salted and Nuts, coconut meat, 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.
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 23% 4.2% 31% 91% 145% 30% 48% 2.6% 196% 55%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +87.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +371.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +46.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +124.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +626.7%
Contains more IronIron +73.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +335%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.6%
~equal in Zinc ~1.1mg

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 11% 0% 4.8% 0% 17% 4.6% 10% 18% 12% 0% 0.5% 20% 6.6%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +891.7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +850%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +511.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +659.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +3800%
Contains more CholineCholine +739.7%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +230%
Contains more FolateFolate +73.3%

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
3% 33% 15% 47%
Protein: 3.33 g
Fats: 33.49 g
Carbs: 15.23 g
Water: 46.99 g
Other: 0.96 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +455.6%
Contains more OtherOther +1295.8%
Contains more FatsFats +33.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
~equal in Water ~46.99g

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
94% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 29.698 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.425 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.366 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -75.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +483.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1596.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mackerel Coconut DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 12µg 0µg 500%
Sodium 4450mg 20mg 193%
Vitamin D 25.2µg 0µg 126%
Vitamin D 1006IU 0IU 126%
Selenium 73.4µg 10.1µg 115%
Saturated fat 7.148g 29.698g 103%
Manganese 1.5mg 65%
Polyunsaturated fat 6.21g 0.366g 39%
Copper 0.1mg 0.435mg 37%
Fiber 0g 9g 36%
Cholesterol 95mg 0mg 32%
Protein 18.5g 3.33g 30%
Vitamin B6 0.41mg 0.054mg 27%
Phosphorus 254mg 113mg 20%
Monounsaturated fat 8.32g 1.425g 17%
Vitamin B3 3.3mg 0.54mg 17%
Choline 101.6mg 12.1mg 16%
Vitamin E 2.38mg 0.24mg 14%
Vitamin B2 0.19mg 0.02mg 13%
Iron 1.4mg 2.43mg 13%
Fats 25.1g 33.49g 13%
Magnesium 60mg 32mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.3mg 6%
Vitamin K 7.8µg 0.2µg 6%
Calcium 66mg 14mg 5%
Carbs 0g 15.23g 5%
Potassium 520mg 356mg 5%
Vitamin A 47µg 0µg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.066mg 4%
Vitamin C 0mg 3.3mg 4%
Folate 15µg 26µg 3%
Calories 305kcal 354kcal 2%
Net carbs 0g 6.23g N/A
Sugar 0g 6.23g N/A
Zinc 1.1mg 1.1mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.039mg 0%
Threonine 0.121mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.131mg 0%
Leucine 0.247mg 0%
Lysine 0.147mg 0%
Methionine 0.062mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.169mg 0%
Valine 0.202mg 0%
Histidine 0.077mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g 0g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mackerel Coconut
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
8%
Coconut
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
Mackerel
63%
Coconut

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 22.55g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coconut
Coconut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coconut
Coconut contains less Sodium (difference - 4430mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Coconut
Coconut is cheaper (difference - $4.4)

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. Coconut - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170169/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.