Sardine vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Sardine and Tofu
- Sardine is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B3, yet Tofu is richer in Manganese, Calcium, and Copper.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Sardine is 373% higher.
Food types used in this article are Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +67.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +157.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +202.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +48.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +78.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +103.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +993.5% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +122.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1276.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +382.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +81.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +53.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +97.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +190% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +208.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +101% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -17.5% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~4.921g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 208kcal | 144kcal |
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| Protein | 24.62g | 17.27g |
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| Fats | 11.45g | 8.72g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 0.48g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 2.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 142mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 193IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 39mg | 58mg |
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| Calcium | 382mg | 683mg |
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| Potassium | 397mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 2.92mg | 2.66mg |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2.3g |
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| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.378mg |
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| Zinc | 1.31mg | 1.57mg |
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| Phosphorus | 490mg | 190mg |
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| Sodium | 307mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 108IU | 166IU |
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| Vitamin A | 32µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.04mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.108mg | 1.181mg |
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| Selenium | 52.7µg | 17.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.158mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.102mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 0.381mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 0.133mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.092mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.6µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 29µg |
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| Choline | 75mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.528g | 1.261g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.869g | 1.925g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 4.921g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.235mg |
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| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0.785mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0.849mg |
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| Leucine | 2.001mg | 1.392mg |
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| Lysine | 2.26mg | 0.883mg |
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| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.211mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.835mg |
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| Valine | 1.268mg | 0.87mg |
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| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.431mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g |
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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
124%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 293mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.267g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tofu is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
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.