Mackerel vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Mackerel and Sunflower seeds?
- Mackerel is richer in Vitamin B12, and Vitamin D, yet Sunflower seeds are richer in Vitamin E, Copper, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Folate.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 500% higher.
- Sunflower seeds contain less Sodium.
We used Fish, mackerel, salted and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried types in this comparison.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +38.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +441.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24% |
| Contains more IronIron | +275% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1700% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +354.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +159.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
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 | +214% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +84.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1377.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +7300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +152.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +228% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1413.3% |
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:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +809.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +342.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +105% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -37.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +122.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +272.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 305kcal | 584kcal |
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| Protein | 18.5g | 20.78g |
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| Fats | 25.1g | 51.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 11.4g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 20g |
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| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 60mg | 325mg |
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| Calcium | 66mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 520mg | 645mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 5.25mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 2.62g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 8.6g |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 1.8mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 5mg |
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| Phosphorus | 254mg | 660mg |
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| Sodium | 4450mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 157IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 47µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 35.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 1.95mg |
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| Selenium | 73.4µg | 53µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 1.48mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.355mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 8.335mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.13mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 1.345mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 227µg |
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| Choline | 101.6mg | 55.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.148g | 4.455g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.32g | 18.528g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 23.137g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.348mg |
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| Threonine | 0.928mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.139mg |
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| Leucine | 1.659mg |
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| Lysine | 0.937mg |
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| Methionine | 0.494mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.169mg |
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| Valine | 1.315mg |
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| Histidine | 0.632mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0g |
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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
200%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 4441mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.693g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $5.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.