Mackerel vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mackerel and lemongrass
- Mackerel has more vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, lemongrass is richer in iron and copper.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 500% more.
- Lemongrass contains less cholesterol.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Lemon grass (citronella), 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.
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +151.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +10385.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39% |
| Contains more IronIron | +483.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +166% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.9% |
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 | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +199.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +412.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +225% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
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:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +916.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5022.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +644.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.1% |
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
0.119 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +15307.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3552.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Manganese | 5.224mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 6mg | 193% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 0.7µg | 132% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8.17mg | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.17g | 40% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 0.49g | 38% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 1.82g | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 0.119g | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.08mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 101mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 0.054g | 21% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 18% | |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.266mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Folate | 15µg | 75µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 1.101mg | 14% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 99kcal | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 2.23mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 0g | 25.31g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 520mg | 723mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.065mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.135mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.05mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 25.31g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 60mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 65mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | N/A |
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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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lemongrass is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemongrass is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 4444mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.029g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemongrass is cheaper (difference - $5.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.