Mackerel vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mackerel and danish pastry
- Mackerel has more vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, choline, and vitamin E; however, danish pastry is higher in vitamin B1.
- Mackerel covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 492% more than danish pastry.
- Danish pastry contains 503 times less vitamin D than mackerel. Mackerel contains 1006IU of vitamin D, while danish pastry contains 2IU.
- Danish pastry has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of danish pastry is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, mackerel, salted and Danish pastry, cheese.
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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 | +300% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +88.6% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +430.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +12.4% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +57.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +135.2% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +288.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +28.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.6% |
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 | +34.3% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +580% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +65% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +925% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +5900% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +13% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +405.5% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +850% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36.8% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.5 g
Fats:
25.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
43 g
Other:
13.4 g
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +131.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +14.6% |
Contains more WaterWater | +36.9% |
Contains more OtherOther | +793.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.21 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +141.2% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~6.794g
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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Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0.2µg | 492% |
Sodium | 4450mg | 417mg | 175% |
Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
Vitamin D | 1006IU | 2IU | 126% |
Selenium | 73.4µg | 18.9µg | 99% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.04mg | 28% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 2.575g | 24% |
Cholesterol | 95mg | 23mg | 24% |
Protein | 18.5g | 8g | 21% |
Phosphorus | 254mg | 108mg | 21% |
Choline | 101.6mg | 20.1mg | 15% |
Manganese | 0.351mg | 15% | |
Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.35mg | 14% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.19mg | 14% |
Potassium | 520mg | 98mg | 12% |
Carbs | 0g | 37.2g | 12% |
Folate | 15µg | 60µg | 11% |
Magnesium | 60mg | 15mg | 11% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 2mg | 8% |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 11.313g | 7% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 6% | |
Iron | 1.4mg | 1.8mg | 5% |
Fats | 25.1g | 21.9g | 5% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.7mg | 4% |
Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
Calories | 305kcal | 374kcal | 3% |
Calcium | 66mg | 35mg | 3% |
Saturated fat | 7.148g | 6.794g | 2% |
Vitamin A | 47µg | 35µg | 1% |
Copper | 0.1mg | 0.089mg | 1% |
Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 6.9µg | 1% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 0g | 36.2g | N/A |
Sugar | 0g | 6.95g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.293mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.644mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.43mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.412mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0.001g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0g | 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%

22%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%

40%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Danish pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 72mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 4033mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Danish pastry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.354g)
Which food is cheaper?

Danish pastry 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.