Mackerel vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mackerel and taro different?
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and choline, while taro is higher in fiber.
- Mackerel covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 500% more than taro.
- Taro is lower in cholesterol.
- Taro has a higher glycemic index (54) than mackerel (0).
Fish, mackerel, salted and Taro, raw types were used 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 | +81.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +53.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +154.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +378.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +202.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +10385.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72% |
| 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 | +1075% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +660% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +680% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +487.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +375% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +46.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1133.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1016.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +51900% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7381.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 11mg | 193% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 0.7µg | 132% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 0.083g | 41% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 0.2g | 38% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 1.5g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 0.041g | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 84mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 0.016g | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 0.6mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 17.3mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.025mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.55mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.283mg | 10% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 112kcal | 10% |
| Carbs | 0g | 26.46g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.23mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.172mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.095mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 33mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 4µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 591mg | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 43mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 2.38mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 4439mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.107g)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins