Mackerel vs. Sockeye salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mackerel and sockeye salmon
- Mackerel has more vitamin B12, selenium, magnesium, iron, and vitamin B2; however, sockeye salmon is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin B5.
- Mackerel covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 605% more than sockeye salmon.
- Mackerel has 4 times more saturated fat than sockeye salmon. While mackerel has 4.176g of saturated fat, sockeye salmon has only 0.969g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Fish, salmon, sockeye, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +169.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +36.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +201.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +70.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -9.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +45.4% |
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 | +67.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +325.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +79.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +250% |
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:
26.48 g
Fats:
5.57 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
67.33 g
Other:
0.62 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +219.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +717.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.4% |
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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
0.969 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.864 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.327 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +275.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +224% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.8% |
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 | 4.47µg | 605% |
| Vitamin D | 16.7µg | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 670IU | 84% | |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 35.5µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 0.827mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 10.123mg | 20% |
| Choline | 112.6mg | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 1.327g | 20% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 5.57g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 0.969g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 36mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 0.52mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 1.864g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.246mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.99mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 1.274mg | 6% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 26.48g | 5% |
| Calories | 262kcal | 156kcal | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 61mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 305mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 0.55mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.076mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 436mg | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 92mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 58µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 0.157mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.335mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 1.247mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 1.274mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 2.185mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 2.574mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0.858mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 1.086mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 1.461mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.711mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0.299g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0.093g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
113%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sockeye salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sockeye salmon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.207g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sockeye salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mackerel is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)