Nutmeg vs. Sardine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between nutmeg and sardine
- Nutmeg has more manganese, copper, fiber, and magnesium; however, sardine is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin D.
- Sardine covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 373% more than nutmeg.
- Sardine has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Spices, nutmeg, ground and Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone.
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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 | +369.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +452.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +64.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2585.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +107.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +130% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3193.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +332.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +660% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +540% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +298.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +303.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +752.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +217.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +321.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +856.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +85.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1370.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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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 B12 | 0µg | 8.94µg | 373% |
| Manganese | 2.9mg | 0.108mg | 121% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 1.528g | 111% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 52.7µg | 93% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.186mg | 93% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 0g | 83% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 142mg | 47% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 490mg | 40% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 11.45g | 38% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 24.62g | 38% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 39mg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 5.148g | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 5.245mg | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 193IU | 24% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 4.8µg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.08mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 382mg | 20% |
| Folate | 76µg | 10µg | 17% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 208kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 0g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.04mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 307mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.227mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 13% | |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 75mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 1.31mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 32µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 3.869g | 2% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 2.92mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.6µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 397mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.473g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.509g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
18%
119%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sardine is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sardine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 24.412g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nutmeg is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 291mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Nutmeg is cheaper (difference - $1)
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.