Orange roughy vs. Fish sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are orange roughy and fish sticks different?
- Orange roughy is higher in selenium; however, fish sticks are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B1, manganese, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for orange roughy is 132% higher.
- Orange roughy contains 3 times more cholesterol than fish sticks. While orange roughy contains 80mg of cholesterol, fish sticks contain only 28mg.
- Orange roughy has a lower glycemic index (0) than fish sticks (54).
Fish, roughy, orange, cooked, dry heat and Fish, fish sticks, frozen, prepared 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.
| Contains more IronIron | +34.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +462.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +45.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +391.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +267.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +171.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +84.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +385.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +104.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +327.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +380% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.64 g
Fats:
0.9 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
66.97 g
Other:
9.49 g
Protein:
11.01 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
21.66 g
Water:
49.5 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +105.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +35.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +493.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1703.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.034 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.439 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.184 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.733 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.193 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.824 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +627.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4152.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 88.3µg | 15.7µg | 132% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.184g | 7.824g | 51% |
| Vitamin E | 1.87mg | 6.88mg | 33% |
| Fats | 0.9g | 16.23g | 24% |
| Protein | 22.64g | 11.01g | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0.96µg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 28mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 0.034g | 3.733g | 17% |
| Sodium | 69mg | 402mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 191mg | 13% |
| Calories | 105kcal | 277kcal | 9% |
| Starch | 20.46g | 8% | |
| Choline | 42.8mg | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.439g | 3.193g | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 21.66g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.182mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.122mg | 6% |
| Folate | 5µg | 24µg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.84mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.063mg | 0.116mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.056mg | 0.272mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 4.7µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 25mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.82mg | 1.536mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.059mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.067mg | 0.078mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 20.16g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 181mg | 185mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.23mg | 0.122mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.03mg | 0.372mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.058mg | 0.429mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.797mg | 0.852mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.092mg | 0.795mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.728mg | 0.296mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.083mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.474mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | 0.05g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.025g | 0.088g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0g | 0.236g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.069g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.289g | N/A |
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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
15%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
65%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Orange roughy is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Orange roughy contains less Sodium (difference - 333mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Orange roughy is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.699g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Orange roughy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sticks is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 52mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sticks is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)