Groat vs. Tuna salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between groat and tuna salad?
- Groat is richer in copper, manganese, magnesium, fiber, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin B5, while tuna salad is higher in selenium and vitamin B12.
- Groat's daily need coverage for copper is 106% higher.
- Groat is lower in sodium.
We used Buckwheat and Fish, tuna salad 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1115.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +158.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +120% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +658.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +328.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +396.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +225.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +507.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +374.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +159.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.25 g
Fats:
3.4 g
Carbs:
71.5 g
Water:
9.75 g
Other:
2.1 g
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +659.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +172.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +547.8% |
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~2.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.741 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.04 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.039 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +177.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +296.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.1mg | 0.145mg | 106% |
| Selenium | 8.3µg | 41.2µg | 60% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.04mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.2µg | 50% |
| Magnesium | 231mg | 19mg | 50% |
| Fiber | 10g | 0g | 40% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.425mg | 0.07mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 347mg | 178mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.039g | 4.122g | 21% |
| Carbs | 71.5g | 9.41g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.233mg | 0.26mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.4mg | 0.56mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 402mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 1mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.081mg | 10% |
| Fats | 3.4g | 9.26g | 9% |
| Calories | 343kcal | 187kcal | 8% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 178mg | 8% |
| Folate | 30µg | 8µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.101mg | 0.031mg | 6% |
| Protein | 13.25g | 16.04g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.04g | 2.887g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 13mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.741g | 1.544g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.02mg | 6.7mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 61.5g | 9.41g | N/A |
| Calcium | 18mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.192mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.506mg | 0.701mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.498mg | 0.739mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.832mg | 1.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.672mg | 1.457mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.172mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.52mg | 0.626mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.678mg | 0.824mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.309mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.055g | 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
31%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
109%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Groat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Groat contains less Sodium (difference - 401mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Groat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.803g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Groat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Groat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)