Mackerel vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mackerel and candy bar
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B2, yet candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, zinc, folate, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11734% higher.
- Candy bar contains less cholesterol.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than candy bar.
Food types used in this article are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 IronIron | +61.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +997.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +420% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +723.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +319.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6115% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +59% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +194.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33160.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3650% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3229.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +181.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +89.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +138.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +147.7% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 153mg | 11734% |
| Vitamin B12 | 19µg | 0µg | 792% |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 4.7µg | 85% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.774mg | 76% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 1.243mg | 53% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 10.65g | 42% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 27% | |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 3.94mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 33.7g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 16.721g | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.14mg | 21% |
| Folate | 2µg | 75µg | 18% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 15.5g | 17% |
| Carbs | 0g | 47.4g | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Calories | 262kcal | 522kcal | 13% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 0.97mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 7.922mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 308mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 0.83mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 156mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 110mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 4.678g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Potassium | 401mg | 407mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 42.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 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
217%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 73mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.502g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
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.