Sardines vs. Ling fish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sardines and ling fish?
- Sardines are richer in vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B3, and selenium, while ling fish is higher in vitamin B6 and magnesium.
- Sardines' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 345% higher.
- Ling fish has 9 times less calcium than sardines. Sardines have 382mg of calcium, while ling fish has 44mg.
- Ling fish is lower in cholesterol.
We used Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Fish, ling, cooked, dry heat types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +768.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +251.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +184.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +87.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +74% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1275.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +58.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +110.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +1296.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +354.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.9% |
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Protein
~24.35g
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Carbs
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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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg | 0.65µg | 345% |
| Calcium | 382mg | 44mg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 34% | |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 254mg | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 51mg | 30% |
| Iron | 2.92mg | 0.83mg | 26% |
| Vitamin D | 193IU | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 24% | |
| Fats | 11.45g | 0.82g | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 2.801mg | 15% |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.351mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 52.7µg | 46.8µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 81mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.869g | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.528g | 7% | |
| Sodium | 307mg | 173mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.369mg | 5% |
| Calories | 208kcal | 111kcal | 5% |
| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.141mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.127mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.108mg | 0.038mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.31mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 486mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Protein | 24.62g | 24.35g | 1% |
| Folate | 10µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 35µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.273mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 1.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 1.122mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 1.979mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 2.236mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 1.254mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.717mg | 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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| 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
119%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
61%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardines is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardines is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ling fish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ling fish is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ling fish contains less Sodium (difference - 134mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ling fish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.528g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ling fish is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)