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Kumquat vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are kumquat and mackerel different?

  • Kumquat is higher in vitamin C and fiber; however, mackerel is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 500% higher.
  • Kumquat has less saturated fat.
  • Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than kumquat (67).

Kumquats, raw and Fish, mackerel, salted are the varieties used 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 19% 16% 32% 32% 4.6% 8.1% 1.3% 18% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 46% 53% 33% 30% 109% 580% 0% 400%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.8%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +200%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +179.6%
Contains more IronIron +62.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +547.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1236.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
~equal in Calcium ~66mg
~equal in Copper ~0.1mg

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 146% 5% 3% 0% 9.3% 21% 8% 12% 8.3% 0% 0% 13% 4.6%
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% 16% 48% 378% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 1500% 20% 11% 55%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +85%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +13.3%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +213.3%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1486.7%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +111.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +669.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1038.9%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +1109.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 16% 81%
Protein: 1.88 g
Fats: 0.86 g
Carbs: 15.9 g
Water: 80.85 g
Other: 0.51 g
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +88%
Contains more ProteinProtein +884%
Contains more FatsFats +2818.6%
Contains more OtherOther +2527.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 36% 40%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.103 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.154 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.171 g
33% 38% 29%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.21 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -98.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +5302.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +3531.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kumquat Mackerel DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 12µg 500%
Sodium 10mg 4450mg 193%
Selenium 0µg 73.4µg 133%
Vitamin D 0IU 1006IU 126%
Vitamin D 0µg 25.2µg 126%
Vitamin C 43.9mg 0mg 49%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.171g 6.21g 40%
Fats 0.86g 25.1g 37%
Phosphorus 19mg 254mg 34%
Protein 1.88g 18.5g 33%
Cholesterol 0mg 95mg 32%
Saturated fat 0.103g 7.148g 32%
Vitamin B6 0.036mg 0.41mg 29%
Fiber 6.5g 0g 26%
Monounsaturated fat 0.154g 8.32g 20%
Vitamin B3 0.429mg 3.3mg 18%
Choline 8.4mg 101.6mg 17%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 2.38mg 15%
Calories 71kcal 305kcal 12%
Potassium 186mg 520mg 10%
Magnesium 20mg 60mg 10%
Vitamin B2 0.09mg 0.19mg 8%
Zinc 0.17mg 1.1mg 8%
Iron 0.86mg 1.4mg 7%
Vitamin K 0µg 7.8µg 7%
Manganese 0.135mg 6%
Carbs 15.9g 0g 5%
Vitamin A 15µg 47µg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.208mg 4%
Folate 17µg 15µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.02mg 1%
Copper 0.095mg 0.1mg 1%
Net carbs 9.4g 0g N/A
Calcium 62mg 66mg 0%
Sugar 9.36g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 1.619g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 2.965g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.391g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Kumquat Mackerel
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
18%
Kumquat
172%
Mackerel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
Kumquat
131%
Mackerel

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.36g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kumquat
Kumquat contains less Sodium (difference - 4440mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.045g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kumquat
Kumquat is cheaper (difference - $7)

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. Kumquat - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168154/nutrients
  2. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/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.