Mackerel vs. Sweet potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mackerel and sweet potato?
- Mackerel is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and choline, yet sweet potato is higher in vitamin A.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 500% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in sweet potato is lower.
- The glycemic index of mackerel is lower.
We used Fish, mackerel, salted and Sweet potato, raw, unprepared types in this article.
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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 | +140% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +120% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +129.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +266.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +440.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12133.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +51% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +815.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +211.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +492.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +333.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +726% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1408.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +290% |
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:
1.57 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
20.12 g
Water:
77.28 g
Other:
0.98 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1078.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50100% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1267.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +79.7% |
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
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.001 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.014 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +831900% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +44257.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 55mg | 191% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 0.6µg | 132% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 709µg | 74% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.014g | 41% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 0.05g | 39% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 1.57g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 0.018g | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 47mg | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 0.001g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 0.557mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.8mg | 16% | |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 12.3mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.209mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.26mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.258mg | 11% | |
| Calories | 305kcal | 86kcal | 11% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.61mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.061mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 25mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.3mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.12g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.151mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 1.8µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.078mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.65g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 520mg | 337mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 30mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.7g | 1% | |
| Folate | 15µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 17.12g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.18g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.055mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.031mg | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sweet potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato contains less Sodium (difference - 4395mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sweet potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.13g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sweet potato is cheaper (difference - $6.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins