Mackerel vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mackerel and mortadella
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin E, while mortadella is higher in vitamin B2.
- Mortadella covers your daily vitamin B2 needs 11755% more than mackerel.
- Mackerel has 25 times more vitamin D than mortadella. Mackerel has 1006IU of vitamin D, while mortadella has 41IU.
- Mortadella is lower in sodium.
- Mortadella has a higher glycemic index (28) than mackerel (0).
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Mortadella, beef, pork.
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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 | +445.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +219% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +161.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +224.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72% |
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 | +981.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +2420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +215.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +710.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +387.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +495% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +80426.3% |
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:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +363.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.6% |
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Fats
~25.39g
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
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +99% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.8% |
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 B2 | 0.19mg | 153mg | 11755% |
| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 1.48µg | 438% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 1246mg | 139% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 41IU | 121% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 1µg | 121% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 22.6µg | 92% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 97mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.13mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 3.12g | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.22mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 56mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 11mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 163mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 9.51g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.44mg | 9% | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 2.1mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 11.38g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.119mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 72.2mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 1.6µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 2.673mg | 4% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 16.37g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.06mg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.03mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 3.05g | 1% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 311kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 25.39g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 3.05g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.633mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.708mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.213mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.735mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.52mg | 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%
2746%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mortadella is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mortadella contains less Sodium (difference - 3204mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mortadella is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.362g)
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 contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)