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Sardine vs. Fettuccine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between sardine and fettuccine

  • The amount of vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin D, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, zinc, and vitamin E in sardine is higher than in fettuccine.
  • Sardine covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 373% more than fettuccine.
  • Fettuccine contains less cholesterol.
  • Fettuccine has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of fettuccine is 47, while the glycemic index of sardine is 0.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 28% 115% 35% 110% 62% 36% 210% 40% 14% 287%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 8.4% 15% 23% 0% 2.7% 11% 22% 0% 0%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +550%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1264.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +136.3%
Contains more IronIron +386.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +1210%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1860%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains less SodiumSodium -45.9%

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.
Sardine
11
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 11% 41% 72% 20% 52% 98% 39% 39% 1118% 6.5% 7.5% 41%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9% 0% 23% 16% 34% 0% 12% 0% 0% 4.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +353.3%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +224.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +191.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +234%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +66.7%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +12.5%
~equal in Vitamin C ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
25% 11% 60% 4%
Protein: 24.62 g
Fats: 11.45 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.61 g
Other: 4.32 g
6% 3% 14% 75% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 2.7 g
Carbs: 14 g
Water: 75.2 g
Other: 1.9 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +297.1%
Contains more FatsFats +324.1%
Contains more OtherOther +127.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +26.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
14% 37% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.148 g
41% 41% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +329.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1187%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -41.1%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Sardine Fettuccine
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Sardine Fettuccine DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 8.94µg 0µg 373%
Selenium 52.7µg 96%
Phosphorus 490mg 25mg 66%
Cholesterol 142mg 14mg 43%
Protein 24.62g 6.2g 37%
Calcium 382mg 28mg 35%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.148g 0.4g 32%
Iron 2.92mg 0.6mg 29%
Vitamin D 193IU 0IU 24%
Vitamin D 4.8µg 0µg 24%
Vitamin B3 5.245mg 1.8mg 22%
Copper 0.186mg 21%
Choline 75mg 14%
Fats 11.45g 2.7g 13%
Vitamin B5 0.642mg 13%
Vitamin B2 0.227mg 0.07mg 12%
Vitamin E 2.04mg 0.45mg 11%
Zinc 1.31mg 0.1mg 11%
Vitamin B6 0.167mg 0.05mg 9%
Magnesium 39mg 6mg 8%
Fiber 0g 2g 8%
Monounsaturated fat 3.869g 0.9g 7%
Potassium 397mg 168mg 7%
Sodium 307mg 166mg 6%
Calories 208kcal 99kcal 5%
Manganese 0.108mg 5%
Carbs 0g 14g 5%
Vitamin A 32µg 4%
Saturated fat 1.528g 0.9g 3%
Vitamin K 2.6µg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.08mg 0.09mg 1%
Folate 10µg 6µg 1%
Net carbs 0g 12g N/A
Sugar 0g 1.3g N/A
Tryptophan 0.276mg 0%
Threonine 1.079mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.134mg 0%
Leucine 2.001mg 0%
Lysine 2.26mg 0%
Methionine 0.729mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.961mg 0%
Valine 1.268mg 0%
Histidine 0.725mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.473g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.509g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Sardine Fettuccine
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
119%
Sardine
7%
Fettuccine
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
Sardine
9%
Fettuccine

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sardine
Sardine is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 128mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 141mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.628g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is cheaper (difference - $3)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Sardine - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175139/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.