Lamb vs. Salmon raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lamb and salmon raw different?
- Lamb is richer in zinc and iron, while salmon raw is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, selenium, copper, and vitamin B1.
- Salmon raw covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 53% more than lamb.
- Lamb contains 9 times more saturated fat than salmon raw. Lamb contains 8.83g of saturated fat, while salmon raw contains 0.981g.
Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked and Fish, salmon, Atlantic, wild, raw types were 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +41.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +135% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +596.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +26.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.3% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +126% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +52% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +152.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +529.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +24.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +38.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.52 g
Fats:
20.94 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
53.72 g
Other:
0.82 g
Protein:
19.84 g
Fats:
6.34 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.5 g
Other:
5.32 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +230.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +548.8% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.83 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.82 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.51 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.981 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.103 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.539 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +319.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +68.1% |
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 price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.818mg | 53% |
| Saturated fat | 8.83g | 0.981g | 36% |
| Zinc | 4.46mg | 0.64mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 3.18µg | 26% |
| Fats | 20.94g | 6.34g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 1.664mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 26.4µg | 36.5µg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 2.103g | 17% |
| Choline | 93.7mg | 17% | |
| Copper | 0.119mg | 0.25mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 55mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 0.8mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.226mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.38mg | 10% |
| Protein | 24.52g | 19.84g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 7.86mg | 8% |
| Calories | 294kcal | 142kcal | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 2.539g | 7% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 490mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 200mg | 2% |
| Folate | 18µg | 25µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.05mg | 0.87mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.908mg | 1.613mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.166mg | 1.822mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.629mg | 0.587mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.323mg | 1.022mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.777mg | 0.584mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.321g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 1.115g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.287g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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
52%
77%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Salmon raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Salmon raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Salmon raw contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Salmon raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.849g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Salmon raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
Lamb is cheaper (difference - $10.7)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.