Mackerel vs. Orange — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mackerel and oranges
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3, while oranges are higher in vitamin C.
- Mackerel covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 500% more than oranges.
- Oranges have a higher glycemic index (45) than mackerel (0).
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Oranges, raw, all commercial varieties.
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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 | +500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +187.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1471.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1714.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14580% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +327.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1222.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1070.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +583.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1109.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +335% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1868.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20816.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2945.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +101.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36073.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +24740% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 0mg | 193% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 0.5µg | 133% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 53.2mg | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.025g | 41% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 0.12g | 38% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 0.94g | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 14mg | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 0.015g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.06mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 0.023g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 0.282mg | 19% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 8.4mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.1mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.18mg | 15% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 47kcal | 13% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 10mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.04mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.4g | 10% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 181mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.07mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.087mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.045mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.25mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 30µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 0g | 11.75g | 4% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 40mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.025mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 9.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 9.35g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.018mg | 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%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Orange contains less Sodium (difference - 4450mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.133g)
Which food is cheaper?
Orange is cheaper (difference - $6.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins