Mackerel vs. Brazil nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mackerel and brazil nut
- Mackerel is higher in vitamin B12 and vitamin B3, yet brazil nut is higher in selenium, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, and fiber.
- Brazil nut covers your daily selenium needs 3392% more than mackerel.
- The amount of saturated fat in mackerel is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched.
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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 | +287.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +966.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +54.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1754.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +331.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6015% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3615.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1077.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2222% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +438% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +355.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +288.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1000% |
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:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1457.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +276.8% |
| 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
16.134 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.399 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +240.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +467.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 51.6µg | 1917µg | 3392% |
| Vitamin B12 | 19µg | 0µg | 792% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 1.743mg | 183% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 24.399g | 134% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 67.1g | 76% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 376mg | 66% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 725mg | 64% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 16.134g | 54% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 1.223mg | 52% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 23.879g | 42% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 0.295mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.617mg | 38% |
| Vitamin E | 5.65mg | 38% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 7.5g | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.035mg | 29% |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 4.06mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.101mg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Calories | 262kcal | 659kcal | 20% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 14.32g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 0.184mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 160mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 2.43mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 659mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Folate | 2µg | 22µg | 5% |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 11.74g | 4% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 4.24g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.33g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.25g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0.365mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 1.19mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 1.124mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0.639mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 0.76mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
1208%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.33g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.958g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brazil nut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brazil nut contains less Sodium (difference - 80mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Brazil nut is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut 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.