Frog legs vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between frog legs and shrimp
- Frog legs are higher in iron; however, shrimp is richer in copper, phosphorus, zinc, and calcium.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 46% higher.
- Frog legs have 3 times more iron than shrimp. While frog legs have 1.5mg of iron, shrimp has only 0.51mg.
- Frog legs have less cholesterol.
- Frog legs have a lower glycemic index (0) than shrimp (50).
The food types used in this comparison are Frog legs, raw and Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen).
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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 IronIron | +194.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +95% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +288.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +51.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +64% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +61.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.28g
~equal in
Water
~74.33g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +29.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.048g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 50mg | 189mg | 46% |
| Selenium | 14.1µg | 26% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 17% | |
| Protein | 16.4g | 23.98g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.25mg | 0.379mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 147mg | 237mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 0.51mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 12% | |
| Choline | 65mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 1mg | 1.64mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 70mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 39mg | 5% |
| Folate | 15µg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 58mg | 111mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 73kcal | 99kcal | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 285mg | 259mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.28g | 0% |
| Carbs | 0g | 0.2g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.076g | 0.056g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0.048g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.102g | 0.079g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.02g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | 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
21%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.02g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Frog legs is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 139mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Frog legs contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Frog legs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Frog legs is cheaper (difference - $4.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Frog legs is relatively richer in vitamins