Mackerel vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mackerel and fish sandwiches
- Fish sandwiches have less vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, magnesium, and vitamin B5.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 763% more.
- Mackerel has 7 times more vitamin B6 than fish sandwiches. Mackerel has 0.46mg of vitamin B6, while fish sandwiches have 0.07mg.
- Fish sandwiches are lower in cholesterol.
- Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index than mackerel.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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 | +94.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +139.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +186.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +146.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1220% |
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 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +194.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +218.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +167.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +557.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2694.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2200% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +131.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +138% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Water
~48.44g
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +170% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -53.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.5% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 19µg | 0.68µg | 763% |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 18µg | 61% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.07mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 2.15mg | 29% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 10.29g | 27% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 602mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 116mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.14mg | 21% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 25mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 6.257g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 35mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 0.37mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 2.595g | 11% |
| Folate | 2µg | 46µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.264mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 1.949g | 10% |
| Carbs | 0g | 26.69g | 9% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 12.45g | 8% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 206mg | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 6µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 0.49mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.21mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.075mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 257kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.53g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 519mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.227g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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