Mackerel vs. Sunflower seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mackerel and sunflower seeds
- Mackerel has more vitamin B12; however, sunflower seeds are higher in copper, vitamin B1, manganese, vitamin B6, folate, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, and zinc.
- Mackerel covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 792% more than sunflower seeds.
- The glycemic index of sunflower seeds is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat and Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried.
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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 | +235.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +420% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +234.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1814.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +431.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +137.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9650% |
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 | +1700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +830.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +192.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +11250% |
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:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1026.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +188.9% |
| 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
4.455 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +164.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +438.1% |
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Saturated fat
~4.455g
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 | 0µg | 792% |
| Vitamin E | 35.17mg | 234% | |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 1.8mg | 190% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 23.137g | 126% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.159mg | 1.48mg | 110% |
| Manganese | 0.02mg | 1.95mg | 84% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.46mg | 1.345mg | 68% |
| Folate | 2µg | 227µg | 56% |
| Phosphorus | 278mg | 660mg | 55% |
| Magnesium | 97mg | 325mg | 54% |
| Fats | 17.81g | 51.46g | 52% |
| Iron | 1.57mg | 5.25mg | 46% |
| Zinc | 0.94mg | 5mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8.6g | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.006g | 18.528g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Calories | 262kcal | 584kcal | 16% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.85mg | 8.335mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 401mg | 645mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 3µg | 6% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 78mg | 6% |
| Protein | 23.85g | 20.78g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.412mg | 0.355mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.99mg | 1.13mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 51.6µg | 53µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 4.176g | 4.455g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 1.4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 11.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.348mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.045mg | 0.928mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.099mg | 1.139mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.938mg | 1.659mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.19mg | 0.937mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.706mg | 0.494mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 1.169mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.228mg | 1.315mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.702mg | 0.632mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.504g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.699g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.106g | 0g | 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%
146%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
207%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 74mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $5.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.62g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.279g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)