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Jellyfish vs. Sucker fish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between jellyfish and sucker fish

  • Jellyfish is richer in selenium, yet sucker fish is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B6, potassium, copper, calcium, and magnesium.
  • Daily need coverage for sodium for jellyfish is 419% higher.
  • Jellyfish contains 3 times more selenium than sucker fish. Jellyfish contains 42.2µg of selenium, while sucker fish contains 16.2µg.
  • Sucker fish contains less sodium.

Food types used in this article are Jellyfish, dried, salted and Fish, sucker, white, cooked, dry heat.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 0.6% 0.26% 85% 47% 11% 8.6% 1264% 0% 230%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 27% 27% 43% 63% 83% 26% 115% 6.7% 100% 88%
Contains more IronIron +35.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +160.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1800%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +4400%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +16133.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +78.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +128.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1245%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 0.4% 0% 2.5% 2.3% 3.8% 0% 2.3% 2.5% 0.25% 0.75% 52%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 20% 0% 0% 3% 20% 27% 52% 53% 289% 0% 13% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +2850%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +20%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +750%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +631%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +2210%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +11450%
Contains more FolateFolate +1600%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 68% 25%
Protein: 5.5 g
Fats: 1.4 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 68 g
Other: 25.1 g
21% 3% 74%
Protein: 21.49 g
Fats: 2.97 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 73.99 g
Other: 1.55 g
Contains more OtherOther +1519.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +290.7%
Contains more FatsFats +112.1%
~equal in Carbs ~0g
~equal in Water ~73.99g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
29% 21% 50%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.273 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.475 g
23% 36% 41%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.579 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.905 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.035 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -52.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +348%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +117.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Jellyfish Sucker fish
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jellyfish Sucker fish DV% diff.
Sodium 9690mg 51mg 419%
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 2.31µg 95%
Selenium 42.2µg 16.2µg 47%
Phosphorus 20mg 269mg 36%
Manganese 0.769mg 33%
Protein 5.5g 21.49g 32%
Choline 95mg 17%
Vitamin B5 0.865mg 17%
Vitamin B6 0.01mg 0.231mg 17%
Cholesterol 5mg 53mg 16%
Potassium 3mg 487mg 14%
Copper 0.14mg 0.25mg 12%
Calcium 2mg 90mg 9%
Magnesium 2mg 38mg 9%
Iron 2.27mg 1.67mg 8%
Vitamin B3 0.2mg 1.462mg 8%
Vitamin A 2µg 59µg 6%
Vitamin B2 0.01mg 0.085mg 6%
Zinc 0.42mg 0.96mg 5%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.475g 1.035g 4%
Folate 1µg 17µg 4%
Calories 36kcal 119kcal 4%
Monounsaturated fat 0.202g 0.905g 2%
Fats 1.4g 2.97g 2%
Saturated fat 0.273g 0.579g 1%
Vitamin E 0.02mg 0%
Vitamin B1 0.01mg 0.012mg 0%
Vitamin K 0.1µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.241mg 0%
Threonine 0.942mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.99mg 0%
Leucine 1.746mg 0%
Lysine 1.973mg 0%
Methionine 0.636mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.839mg 0%
Valine 1.107mg 0%
Histidine 0.633mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.007g 0.244g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.25g 0.371g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.021g 0.094g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Jellyfish Sucker fish
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet Equal
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
5%
Jellyfish
37%
Sucker fish
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
165%
Jellyfish
58%
Sucker fish

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sucker fish
Sucker fish is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sucker fish
Sucker fish contains less Sodium (difference - 9639mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sucker fish
Sucker fish is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sucker fish
Sucker fish is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jellyfish
Jellyfish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jellyfish
Jellyfish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.306g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jellyfish
Jellyfish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Jellyfish - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168129/nutrients
  2. Sucker fish - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172002/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.