Mackerel vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mackerel and skipjack tuna
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B2, while skipjack tuna is higher in vitamin B3 and vitamin B6.
- Mackerel covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 409% more than skipjack tuna.
- Mackerel has 95 times more Sodium than skipjack tuna. Mackerel has 4450mg of Sodium, while skipjack tuna has 47mg.
- Skipjack tuna is lower in sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +36.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +78.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +56.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
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 | +161.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +447.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +468.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +139.3% |
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:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1845.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +63% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +44.8% |
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Carbs
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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
0.42 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +3323.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1440.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -94.1% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 305kcal | 132kcal |
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| Protein | 18.5g | 28.21g |
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| Fats | 25.1g | 1.29g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 60mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1006IU |
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| Magnesium | 60mg | 44mg |
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| Calcium | 66mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 520mg | 522mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.6mg |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.11mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.05mg |
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| Phosphorus | 254mg | 285mg |
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| Sodium | 4450mg | 47mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 60IU |
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| Vitamin A | 47µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 25.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 73.4µg | 46.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.122mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 18.756mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.981mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 2.19µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.8µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 10µg |
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| Choline | 101.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 0.42g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 0.243g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.403g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.316mg |
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| Threonine | 1.237mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.3mg |
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| Leucine | 2.293mg |
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| Lysine | 2.59mg |
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| Methionine | 0.835mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg |
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| Valine | 1.453mg |
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| Histidine | 0.83mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0.091g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0.237g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0.017g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 4403mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.728g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mackerel is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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