Sardines vs. Sheepshead — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sardines and sheepshead?
- Sardines are richer in vitamin B12, calcium, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and copper, while sheepshead is higher in vitamin B6.
- Sardines' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 277% higher.
- Sheepshead has 10 times less calcium than sardines. Sardines have 382mg of calcium, while sheepshead has 37mg.
- Sheepshead is lower in sodium.
We used Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Fish, sheepshead, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +932.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +335.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +52.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +107.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +414.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +354% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +191.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +288.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.62 g
Fats:
11.45 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.61 g
Other:
4.32 g
Protein:
26.02 g
Fats:
1.63 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
69.04 g
Other:
3.31 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +602.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.8% |
~equal in
Protein
~26.02g
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Carbs
~0g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.148 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.36 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.35 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.382 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1005.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1247.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg | 2.3µg | 277% |
| Calcium | 382mg | 37mg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 0.382g | 32% |
| Iron | 2.92mg | 0.67mg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 64mg | 26% |
| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 193IU | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 1.8mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 350mg | 20% |
| Fats | 11.45g | 1.63g | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.35mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.05mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 14% | |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 307mg | 73mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.869g | 0.35g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.122mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.31mg | 0.63mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.01mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.528g | 0.36g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.87mg | 5% |
| Calories | 208kcal | 126kcal | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.108mg | 0.021mg | 4% |
| Protein | 24.62g | 26.02g | 3% |
| Selenium | 52.7µg | 51.3µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 512mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 35µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 1.141mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 1.199mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 2.115mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 2.39mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.77mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 1.34mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.766mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g | 0.083g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g | 0.107g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.04g | 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%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
61%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sheepshead is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sheepshead is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sheepshead contains less Sodium (difference - 234mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sheepshead is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.168g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sheepshead is cheaper (difference - $7)
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 glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)