Cod liver oil vs. Salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cod liver oil and salmon?
- Cod liver oil is richer in vitamin A and vitamin D, while salmon is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
- Cod liver oil's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 1995% higher.
- Salmon has 19 times less vitamin D than cod liver oil. Cod liver oil has 10000IU of vitamin D, while salmon has 526IU.
- Salmon is lower in saturated fat.
We used Fish oil, cod liver and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, farmed, 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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +43378.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1808.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
22.1 g
Fats:
12.35 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.75 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +709.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
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Carbs
~0g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
22.608 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
46.711 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
22.541 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.397 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.553 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1017.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +395.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.4% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 30000µg | 69µg | 3326% |
| Vitamin D | 250µg | 13.1µg | 1185% |
| Vitamin D | 10000IU | 526IU | 1184% |
| Cholesterol | 570mg | 63mg | 169% |
| Fats | 100g | 12.35g | 135% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 22.541g | 4.553g | 120% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.8µg | 117% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 46.711g | 4.181g | 106% |
| Saturated fat | 22.608g | 2.397g | 92% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 41.4µg | 75% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 8.045mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.647mg | 50% |
| Protein | 0g | 22.1g | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 252mg | 36% |
| Calories | 902kcal | 206kcal | 35% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 1.475mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 28% | |
| Choline | 90.5mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 0mg | 384mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.135mg | 10% |
| Folate | 0µg | 34µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.14mg | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 30mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.049mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.34mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0mg | 0.43mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 3.7mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 61mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.016mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.248mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.969mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.018mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.796mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.03mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.654mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.863mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.651mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 6.898g | 0.69g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 10.968g | 1.457g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.935g | 0.17g | 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
1058%
91%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
44%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 507mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salmon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.211g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salmon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cod liver oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod liver oil contains less Sodium (difference - 61mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Cod liver oil is cheaper (difference - $8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)