Sardines vs. Surimi — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sardines and surimi?
- The amount of vitamin B12, selenium, calcium, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, copper, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5 in sardines is higher than in surimi.
- Sardines' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 306% more.
- Surimi contains 42 times less calcium than sardines. Sardines contain 382mg of calcium, while surimi contains 9mg.
- Surimi has less cholesterol.
- Sardines have a lower glycemic index (0) than surimi (50).
We used Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Fish, surimi types in this article.
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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 | +4144.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +254.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1023.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +481.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +297% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +73.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +881.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +87.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +10.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.4% |
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 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +223.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +981% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2284.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +817.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +456.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +458.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1172.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +491.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2496.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1062.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.5% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg | 1.6µg | 306% |
| Selenium | 52.7µg | 28.1µg | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 30mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 382mg | 9mg | 37% |
| Iron | 2.92mg | 0.26mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 0.22mg | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 0.443g | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 282mg | 30% |
| Vitamin D | 193IU | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 24% | |
| Protein | 24.62g | 15.18g | 19% |
| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.032mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.021mg | 16% |
| Fats | 11.45g | 0.9g | 16% |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.07mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.03mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.31mg | 0.33mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 0.63mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.869g | 0.149g | 9% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 112mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 307mg | 143mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.528g | 0.191g | 6% |
| Calories | 208kcal | 99kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.02mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.108mg | 0.011mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 0.1µg | 2% |
| Folate | 10µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0g | 6.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 20µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 43mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 6.85g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0.734mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 1.202mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 1.387mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.515mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.595mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 0.77mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g | 0.157g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Surimi is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 112mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Surimi contains less Sodium (difference - 164mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Surimi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.337g)
Which food is cheaper?
Surimi is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardines is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
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 contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)