Fish sticks vs. Smoked salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fish sticks and smoked salmon
- Fish sticks are richer in vitamin E, yet smoked salmon is richer in vitamin D, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, copper, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin D for smoked salmon is 114% higher.
- Fish sticks contain 5 times more vitamin E than smoked salmon. Fish sticks contain 6.88mg of vitamin E, while smoked salmon contains 1.35mg.
- Smoked salmon contains less saturated fat.
- Smoked salmon has a lower glycemic index than fish sticks.
Food types used in this article are Fish, fish sticks, frozen, prepared and Fish, salmon, chinook, smoked.
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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 | +38.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +45.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +35.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +970.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +289.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +106.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +409.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +430.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4600% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +550% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +207.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +219.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +256.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +239.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +107.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.01 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
21.66 g
Water:
49.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
18.28 g
Fats:
4.32 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +275.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +237.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.193 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.824 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.929 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.995 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +57.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +686.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.1% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.96µg | 3.26µg | 96% |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 685IU | 86% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 17.1µg | 86% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.824g | 0.995g | 46% |
| Vitamin E | 6.88mg | 1.35mg | 37% |
| Selenium | 15.7µg | 32.4µg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.536mg | 4.72mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.059mg | 0.23mg | 19% |
| Fats | 16.23g | 4.32g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.278mg | 15% |
| Protein | 11.01g | 18.28g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.733g | 0.929g | 13% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 672mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.272mg | 0.87mg | 12% |
| Choline | 42.8mg | 89mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.122mg | 0.023mg | 8% |
| Calories | 277kcal | 117kcal | 8% |
| Starch | 20.46g | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.182mg | 0.017mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 21.66g | 0g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0g | 6% |
| Folate | 24µg | 2µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 191mg | 164mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.7µg | 0.1µg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.193g | 2.023g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 26µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.116mg | 0.101mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.16g | 0g | N/A |
| Potassium | 185mg | 175mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.84mg | 0.85mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.65g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.122mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.372mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.429mg | 0.842mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.852mg | 1.486mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.795mg | 1.679mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.296mg | 0.541mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.47mg | 0.714mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.5mg | 0.942mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.23mg | 0.538mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.05g | 0.183g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.088g | 0.267g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.236g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.073g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.289g | N/A |
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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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76%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoked salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Smoked salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoked salmon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.804g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Smoked salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fish sticks contains less Sodium (difference - 270mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sticks is cheaper (difference - $14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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