Pasta vs. Chinook salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pasta and chinook salmon
- Pasta has more vitamin B1; however, chinook salmon has more vitamin B12, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for chinook salmon is 114% higher.
- Chinook salmon has 5 times less vitamin B1 than pasta. Pasta has 0.209mg of vitamin B1, while chinook salmon has 0.044mg.
- Pasta is lower in cholesterol.
- Pasta has a higher glycemic index than chinook salmon.
Food types used in this article are Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Fish, salmon, chinook, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +25.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1078.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +577.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +366.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2004.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +488.9% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +375% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +82.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2383.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +912.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +372.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1950% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.15 g
Fats:
1.05 g
Carbs:
24.93 g
Water:
68.56 g
Other:
0.31 g
Protein:
25.72 g
Fats:
13.38 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.6 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-106.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +399.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1174.3% |
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Water
~65.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.15 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.429 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.214 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.742 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.662 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4530.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +520.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 2.87µg | 114% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 85% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 10.045mg | 57% |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 371mg | 44% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 25.72g | 41% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.462mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 122mg | 25% |
| Fats | 1.05g | 13.38g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 85mg | 17% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 149µg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 2.662g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.865mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 505mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 3.214g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 5.742g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.044mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 0.019mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 0g | 8% |
| Folate | 64µg | 35µg | 7% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 231kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.1mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.053mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 0.91mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 60mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 0g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0.288mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 1.127mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 1.185mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 2.09mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 2.362mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0.761mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 1.004mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 1.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0.757mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.727g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.296g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your 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
15%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pasta is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 52mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.064g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pasta is cheaper (difference - $12)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinook salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinook salmon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinook salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)