Mackerel vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mackerel and cheeseburgers?
- Mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, magnesium, and phosphorus, while cheeseburgers are higher in folate, iron, zinc, and manganese.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 760% higher.
- Cheeseburgers have 4 times less magnesium than mackerel. Mackerel has 97mg of magnesium, while cheeseburgers have 26mg.
- Mackerel is lower in sodium.
- Cheeseburgers have a higher glycemic index (66) than mackerel (0).
We used Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +273.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +104.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +163.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +693.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +72.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +164.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1480% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +13.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +81.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +101.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.85 g
Fats:
17.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.27 g
Other:
5.07 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +140.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.176 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +159.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 19µg | 0.76µg | 760% |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 19.6µg | 58% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 515mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.228mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 1.658g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 26mg | 17% |
| Folate | 2µg | 70µg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 161mg | 17% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 16.51g | 15% |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 2.49mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 2.71mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.316mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 43mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.293mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 119mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 6.473g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 5.217mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 0.545mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 0g | 28.03g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Potassium | 401mg | 196mg | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Fats | 17.81g | 14.72g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.363mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 5.413g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 2% | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 308kcal | 2% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.111mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 50µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | N/A |
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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
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42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 432mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.297g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheeseburger is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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