Mackerel vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Mackerel and Shrimp
- Mackerel is higher in Iron, Potassium, Polyunsaturated fat, and Monounsaturated Fat, however, Shrimp is richer in Copper.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for Sodium is 189% higher.
- Mackerel has 173 times more Monounsaturated Fat than Shrimp. While Mackerel has 8.32g of Monounsaturated Fat, Shrimp has only 0.048g.
- Shrimp has less Saturated Fat.
The food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen).
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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 | +53.8% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +174.5% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +279% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +49.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more FatsFats | +8864.3% |
Contains more OtherOther | +1007.4% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +72.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +17233.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7760.8% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Rich in vitamins | |||
Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 305kcal | 99kcal | |
Protein | 18.5g | 23.98g | |
Fats | 25.1g | 0.28g | |
Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g | |
Carbs | 0g | 0.2g | |
Cholesterol | 95mg | 189mg | |
Vitamin D | 1006IU | ||
Magnesium | 60mg | 39mg | |
Calcium | 66mg | 70mg | |
Potassium | 520mg | 259mg | |
Iron | 1.4mg | 0.51mg | |
Copper | 0.1mg | 0.379mg | |
Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.64mg | |
Phosphorus | 254mg | 237mg | |
Sodium | 4450mg | 111mg | |
Vitamin A | 157IU | ||
Vitamin A | 47µg | ||
Vitamin E | 2.38mg | ||
Vitamin D | 25.2µg | ||
Manganese | 0.033mg | ||
Selenium | 73.4µg | ||
Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | ||
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | ||
Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | ||
Vitamin B12 | 12µg | ||
Vitamin K | 7.8µg | ||
Folate | 15µg | ||
Trans Fat | 0.002g | ||
Choline | 101.6mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 0.056g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 0.048g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.079g | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0.015g | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0.015g | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | ||
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0.001g | |
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs diet | ||
Low Glycemic Index diet |
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
200%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 4339mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.092g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mackerel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 94mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($7)
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.