Salmon raw vs. Edam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between salmon raw and edam
- Salmon raw is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, selenium, and vitamin B5, yet edam is richer in calcium, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for edam is 83% higher.
- Salmon raw contains 96 times more vitamin B3 than edam. Salmon raw contains 7.86mg of vitamin B3, while edam contains 0.082mg.
- Salmon raw contains less saturated fat.
- Salmon raw has a lower glycemic index than edam.
Food types used in this article are Fish, salmon, Atlantic, wild, raw and Cheese, edam.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +160.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +81.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +594.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +151.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5991.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +485.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +168% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +510.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +9485.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +492.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +976.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +106.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1925% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.84 g
Fats:
6.34 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.5 g
Other:
5.32 g
Protein:
24.99 g
Fats:
27.8 g
Carbs:
1.43 g
Water:
41.56 g
Other:
4.22 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +338.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.981 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.103 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.539 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.572 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.125 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +281.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +286.4% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.981g | 17.572g | 75% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 731mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.18µg | 1.54µg | 68% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.818mg | 0.076mg | 57% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.86mg | 0.082mg | 49% |
| Phosphorus | 200mg | 536mg | 48% |
| Selenium | 36.5µg | 14.5µg | 40% |
| Fats | 6.34g | 27.8g | 33% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 812mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.664mg | 0.281mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 0.64mg | 3.75mg | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 243µg | 26% |
| Copper | 0.25mg | 0.036mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.226mg | 0.037mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.103g | 8.125g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.539g | 0.665g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 89mg | 11% |
| Calories | 142kcal | 357kcal | 11% |
| Protein | 19.84g | 24.99g | 10% |
| Potassium | 490mg | 188mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.44mg | 5% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 25µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.38mg | 0.389mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0g | 1.43g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 30mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.43g | N/A | |
| Manganese | 0.016mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.352mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.87mg | 0.932mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.914mg | 1.308mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.613mg | 2.57mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.822mg | 2.66mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.587mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.775mg | 1.434mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.022mg | 1.81mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.584mg | 1.034mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.321g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.115g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.287g | 0g | 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
77%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
80%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salmon raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.43g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salmon raw contains less Sodium (difference - 768mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salmon raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.591g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salmon raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Edam is cheaper (difference - $10.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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