Jerky vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between jerky and shrimp
- Jerky has more iron, zinc, phosphorus, and potassium, while shrimp has more copper.
- Jerky covers your daily need for sodium, 86% more than shrimp.
- Jerky contains 194 times more saturated fat than shrimp. While jerky contains 10.85g of saturated fat, shrimp contains only 0.056g.
- Jerky has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of jerky is 0, while the glycemic index of shrimp is 50.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +30.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +130.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +962.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +394.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +71.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +236.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +67% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.7% |
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 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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| 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 ProteinProtein | +38.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9042.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5400% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +465.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +218.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23452.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1179.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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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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| Sodium | 2081mg | 111mg | 86% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 0.51mg | 61% |
| Zinc | 8.11mg | 1.64mg | 59% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 0.056g | 49% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 189mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 41% | |
| Fats | 25.6g | 0.28g | 39% |
| Folate | 134µg | 34% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 0.048g | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 237mg | 24% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 20% | |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 19% | |
| Protein | 33.2g | 23.98g | 18% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.379mg | 17% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 99kcal | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 597mg | 259mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 0.079g | 6% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 70mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 11g | 0.2g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 39mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.033mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 1970mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.794g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jerky is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 141mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Jerky is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins