Sardine vs. Sunfish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sardine and sunfish?
- Sardine is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B2, while sunfish is higher in manganese and copper.
- Sardine's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 276% higher.
- Sunfish has 4 times less calcium than sardine. Sardine has 382mg of calcium, while sunfish has 103mg.
- Sunfish is lower in cholesterol.
We used Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Fish, sunfish, pumpkin seed, 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 | +270.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +89.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +112.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +107% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +730.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +88.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +167.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +287% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +1172.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +747.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.7% |
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Protein
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2479.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1534.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.4% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg | 2.31µg | 276% |
| Selenium | 52.7µg | 16.2µg | 66% |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 231mg | 37% |
| Manganese | 0.108mg | 0.897mg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 0.315g | 32% |
| Calcium | 382mg | 103mg | 28% |
| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 1.462mg | 24% |
| Vitamin D | 193IU | 24% | |
| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.385mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 86mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2.92mg | 1.54mg | 17% |
| Fats | 11.45g | 0.9g | 16% |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.085mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.869g | 0.15g | 9% |
| Sodium | 307mg | 103mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.528g | 0.178g | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.31mg | 1.99mg | 6% |
| Calories | 208kcal | 114kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.865mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.138mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 449mg | 2% |
| Protein | 24.62g | 24.87g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.092mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 38mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.279mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 1.146mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 2.022mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 2.284mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.736mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.971mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 1.281mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.732mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g | 0.047g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g | 0.092g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.042g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunfish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sunfish is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunfish contains less Sodium (difference - 204mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sunfish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.35g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunfish is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.