Lettuce vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lettuce and fish sandwiches different?
- Lettuce is richer in vitamin K and vitamin A, while fish sandwiches are higher in selenium, vitamin B1,2, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Lettuce covers your daily need for vitamin K, 94% more than fish sandwiches.
- Lettuce contains 62 times more vitamin A than fish sandwiches. Lettuce contains 370µg of vitamin A, while fish sandwiches contain 6µg.
- Lettuce is lower in sodium.
- Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index (56) than lettuce (32).
Lettuce, green leaf, raw and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce 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 less SodiumSodium | -95.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +92.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +74.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +158.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +172.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2900% |
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 CVitamin C | +411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +8411.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +828.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +473.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +176.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +21.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +112.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
2.87 g
Water:
94.98 g
Other:
0.64 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +96.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +656.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +830% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +232.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.082 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43150% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7530.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +233.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +241.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 15kcal | 257kcal |
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| Protein | 1.36g | 10.29g |
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| Fats | 0.15g | 12.45g |
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| Vitamin C | 9.2mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.57g | 25.69g |
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| Carbs | 2.87g | 26.69g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 36mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 194mg | 206mg |
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| Iron | 0.86mg | 1.5mg |
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| Sugar | 0.78g | 3.53g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.029mg | 0.075mg |
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| Zinc | 0.18mg | 0.49mg |
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| Phosphorus | 29mg | 116mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg | 602mg |
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| Vitamin A | 7405IU | 87IU |
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| Vitamin A | 370µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.25mg | 0.264mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.375mg | 2.15mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.134mg | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.68µg |
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| Vitamin K | 126.3µg | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 38µg | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.08g |
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| Choline | 13.6mg | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 1.949g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 2.595g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.082g | 6.257g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.009mg |
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| Threonine | 0.059mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.084mg |
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| Leucine | 0.079mg |
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| Lysine | 0.084mg |
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| Methionine | 0.016mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.055mg |
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| Valine | 0.07mg |
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| Histidine | 0.022mg |
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| Fructose | 0.43g | 1.47g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.064g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
69%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lettuce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lettuce is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lettuce contains less Sodium (difference - 574mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lettuce is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.929g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lettuce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins