Mackerel vs. Fish sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mackerel and fish sticks
- Mackerel is richer than fish sticks in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, magnesium, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 752% higher.
- Mackerel contains 6 times more vitamin B6 than fish sticks. Mackerel contains 0.46mg of vitamin B6, while fish sticks contain 0.078mg.
- Fish sticks contain less cholesterol.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than fish sticks.
Food types used in this article are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Fish, fish sticks, frozen, prepared.
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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 | +288% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +123.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +228.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +810% |
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 | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +30.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +255.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +346% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +264% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +489.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1879.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
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:
11.01 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
21.66 g
Water:
49.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +116.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +216.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
~equal in
Fats
~16.23g
~equal in
Water
~49.5g
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
3.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.193 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.824 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +119.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +82% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 19µg | 0.96µg | 752% |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 15.7µg | 65% |
| Vitamin E | 6.88mg | 46% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 1.536mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.078mg | 29% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 11.01g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.116mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 7.824g | 23% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 25mg | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 28mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 402mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 0.272mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 191mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 3.193g | 10% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 0.84mg | 9% |
| Choline | 42.8mg | 8% | |
| Starch | 20.46g | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.182mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 21.66g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 4µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Folate | 2µg | 24µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 185mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 0.42mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.059mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.122mg | 3% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 16.23g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 3.733g | 2% |
| Calories | 262kcal | 277kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 20.16g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.65g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.122mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0.372mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.429mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 0.852mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0.795mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0.296mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0.05g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0.088g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.236g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.289g | 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
217%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
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 lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sticks is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.443g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sticks is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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