Mackerel vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mackerel and crackers different?
- Mackerel is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, and vitamin B6; however, crackers are richer in vitamin K, vitamin B1, iron, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 500% higher.
- Crackers have less cholesterol.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than crackers (63).
Fish, mackerel, salted and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +340.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +124.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +995.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +81.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +187.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +550.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +958.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1980% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +788.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +513.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +178.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1269.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +438.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fats
~26.43g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +27% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -22.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +111.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 726mg | 162% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 6.7µg | 121% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 69.3µg | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 13.137g | 46% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.416mg | 33% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 4.03mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.063mg | 27% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 6.64g | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.491mg | 21% | |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.456mg | 20% |
| Carbs | 0g | 61.3g | 20% |
| Folate | 15µg | 92µg | 19% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 9.6mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 118mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 18mg | 10% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 510kcal | 10% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.3g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.417mg | 8% | |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 5.562g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 4.352mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.49mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 120mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 3.03mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 6.553g | 4% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 26.43g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 248mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 8.18g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.076g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.246mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.471mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.331mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
172%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Crackers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Crackers contains less Sodium (difference - 3724mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Crackers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is cheaper?
Crackers is cheaper (difference - $4.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.