Mackerel vs. Italian sausage raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mackerel and italian sausage raw?
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B6, and potassium, yet italian sausage raw is richer in vitamin B1.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 462% higher.
- Mackerel has 6 times more sodium than italian sausage raw. Mackerel has 4450mg of sodium, while italian sausage raw has 731mg.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than italian sausage raw.
We used Fish, mackerel, salted and Sausage, Italian, pork, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +328.6% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +266.7% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.5% |
Contains more IronIron | +18.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +25% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.9% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +196% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +62.7% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.6% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1218.7% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +87.5% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2740% |
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:
14.25 g
Fats:
31.33 g
Carbs:
0.65 g
Water:
51.08 g
Other:
2.69 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +398.1% |
Contains more FatsFats | +24.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +18.8% |
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
11.27 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.03 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +54.1% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +72.4% |
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 Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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DV% diff. |
Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0.91µg | 462% |
Sodium | 4450mg | 731mg | 162% |
Vitamin D | 1006IU | 126% | |
Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 126% | |
Selenium | 73.4µg | 24.8µg | 88% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.568mg | 46% |
Saturated fat | 7.148g | 11.27g | 19% |
Choline | 101.6mg | 18% | |
Phosphorus | 254mg | 142mg | 16% |
Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 14.34g | 15% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 4.03g | 15% |
Magnesium | 60mg | 14mg | 11% |
Fats | 25.1g | 31.33g | 10% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.51mg | 10% | |
Protein | 18.5g | 14.25g | 9% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.3mg | 8% |
Potassium | 520mg | 253mg | 8% |
Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 7% | |
Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.79mg | 6% |
Cholesterol | 95mg | 76mg | 6% |
Vitamin A | 47µg | 0µg | 5% |
Calcium | 66mg | 18mg | 5% |
Manganese | 0.058mg | 3% | |
Iron | 1.4mg | 1.18mg | 3% |
Folate | 15µg | 8µg | 2% |
Calories | 305kcal | 346kcal | 2% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.168mg | 2% |
Copper | 0.1mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg | 2% |
Carbs | 0g | 0.65g | 0% |
Net carbs | 0g | 0.65g | N/A |
Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 3.25mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.114mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.563mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.956mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 1.083mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.346mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.477mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.572mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.411mg | 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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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%

36%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%

46%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.122g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

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

Italian sausage raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Italian sausage raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Italian sausage raw contains less Sodium (difference - 3719mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Italian sausage raw is cheaper (difference - $4.8)