Mackerel vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Mackerel and Shrimp
- Mackerel is higher in Iron, Potassium, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated 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.
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Iron
+174.5%
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Magnesium
+53.8%
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Potassium
+100.8%
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Sodium
-97.5%
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Zinc
+49.1%
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Copper
+279%
Equal in Calcium - 70
Equal in Phosphorus - 237
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Iron
+174.5%
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Magnesium
+53.8%
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Potassium
+100.8%
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Sodium
-97.5%
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Zinc
+49.1%
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Copper
+279%
Equal in Calcium - 70
Equal in Phosphorus - 237
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Fats
+8864.3%
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Other
+1007.4%
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Protein
+29.6%
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Carbs
+∞%
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Water
+72.9%
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+8864.3%
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+1007.4%
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Protein
+29.6%
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+∞%
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Water
+72.9%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+17233.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+7760.8%
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Saturated Fat
-99.2%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+17233.3%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+7760.8%
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Saturated 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.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Protein | 18.5g | 23.98g |
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| Fats | 25.1g | 0.28g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 0.2g |
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| Calories | 305kcal | 99kcal |
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| Calcium | 66mg | 70mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.51mg |
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| Magnesium | 60mg | 39mg |
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| Phosphorus | 254mg | 237mg |
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| Potassium | 520mg | 259mg |
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| Sodium | 4450mg | 111mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.64mg |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.379mg |
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| Manganese | 0.033mg |
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| Selenium | 73.4µg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 47µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1006IU |
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| Vitamin D | 25.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg |
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| Folate | 15µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.8µg |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 189mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 0.056g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0.001g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 0.048g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.079g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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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
212%
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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.