Foie gras vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between foie gras and fish sandwiches?
- Foie gras is richer than fish sandwiches in vitamin B12, vitamin A, iron, selenium, copper, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, and phosphorus.
- Foie gras's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 363% more.
- Foie gras has 38 times more vitamin A than fish sandwiches. While foie gras has 3333IU of vitamin A, fish sandwiches have only 87IU.
- The amount of saturated fat in fish sandwiches is lower.
We used Pate de foie gras, canned (goose liver pate), smoked and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce 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 | +89.2% |
Contains more IronIron | +266.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +433.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +87.8% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.4% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +144.4% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +92.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.6% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +120% |
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 | +16583.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +224.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1282.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +30.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.4 g
Fats:
43.84 g
Carbs:
4.67 g
Water:
37.04 g
Other:
3.05 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
Contains more FatsFats | +252.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +43.2% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +471.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +30.8% |
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Protein
~10.29g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.45 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.84 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +886.9% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.5% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +644.9% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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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 price | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 9.4µg | 0.68µg | 363% |
Vitamin A | 1001µg | 6µg | 111% |
Monounsaturated fat | 25.61g | 2.595g | 58% |
Saturated fat | 14.45g | 1.949g | 57% |
Iron | 5.5mg | 1.5mg | 50% |
Fats | 43.84g | 12.45g | 48% |
Selenium | 44µg | 18µg | 47% |
Cholesterol | 150mg | 35mg | 38% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.84g | 6.257g | 36% |
Copper | 0.4mg | 0.075mg | 36% |
Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.37mg | 17% |
Phosphorus | 200mg | 116mg | 12% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.299mg | 0.14mg | 12% |
Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.088mg | 0.21mg | 10% |
Calories | 462kcal | 257kcal | 10% |
Carbs | 4.67g | 26.69g | 7% |
Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.264mg | 6% |
Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
Folate | 60µg | 46µg | 4% |
Sodium | 697mg | 602mg | 4% |
Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
Zinc | 0.92mg | 0.49mg | 4% |
Calcium | 70mg | 37mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 13mg | 25mg | 3% |
Potassium | 138mg | 206mg | 2% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.51mg | 2.15mg | 2% |
Protein | 11.4g | 10.29g | 2% |
Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
Vitamin C | 2mg | 1.8mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 4.67g | 25.69g | N/A |
Sugar | 3.53g | N/A | |
Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.161mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.507mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.606mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 1.029mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.863mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.719mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.303mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.029g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.064g | N/A |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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
137%

27%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%

40%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Foie gras is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Foie gras is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Foie gras is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 115mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Fish sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.501g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.