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Pecan pie vs. Sardine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between pecan pie and sardine

  • Pecan pie has more manganese and vitamin B1; however, sardine is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B3, and iron.
  • Sardine covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 365% more than pecan pie.
  • Pecan pie has 7 times more manganese than sardine. While pecan pie has 0.712mg of manganese, sardine has only 0.108mg.
  • Sardine has less saturated fat.
  • The glycemic index of pecan pie is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pie, pecan, prepared from recipe 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 9.6% 12% 56% 70% 28% 40% 34% 93% 65%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 28% 115% 35% 110% 62% 36% 210% 40% 14% 287%
Contains more CopperCopper +13.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -14.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +559.3%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +50%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1093.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +198.5%
Contains more IronIron +97.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +28.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +421.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +339.2%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.67% 27% 0% 0% 47% 42% 16% 29% 14% 21% 0% 20% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 11% 41% 72% 20% 52% 98% 39% 39% 1118% 6.5% 7.5% 41%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +156.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +135%
Contains more FolateFolate +160%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +26.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +519.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +34%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +178.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +5158.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 22% 52% 20%
Protein: 4.9 g
Fats: 22.2 g
Carbs: 52.2 g
Water: 19.5 g
Other: 1.2 g
25% 11% 60% 4%
Protein: 24.62 g
Fats: 11.45 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.61 g
Other: 4.32 g
Contains more FatsFats +93.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more ProteinProtein +402.4%
Contains more WaterWater +205.7%
Contains more OtherOther +260%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 54% 27%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.989 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.71 g
14% 37% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.148 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +189%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -61.7%
~equal in Polyunsaturated fat ~5.148g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pecan pie Sardine
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pecan pie Sardine DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.17µg 8.94µg 365%
Selenium 12µg 52.7µg 74%
Phosphorus 94mg 490mg 57%
Protein 4.9g 24.62g 39%
Calcium 32mg 382mg 35%
Vitamin B3 0.847mg 5.245mg 27%
Manganese 0.712mg 0.108mg 26%
Vitamin D 193IU 24%
Vitamin D 4.8µg 24%
Monounsaturated fat 11.181g 3.869g 18%
Cholesterol 87mg 142mg 18%
Iron 1.48mg 2.92mg 18%
Fats 22.2g 11.45g 17%
Carbs 52.2g 0g 17%
Vitamin E 2.04mg 14%
Choline 75mg 14%
Saturated fat 3.989g 1.528g 11%
Calories 412kcal 208kcal 10%
Vitamin B1 0.188mg 0.08mg 9%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.167mg 8%
Potassium 133mg 397mg 8%
Vitamin A 82µg 32µg 6%
Folate 26µg 10µg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.71g 5.148g 4%
Vitamin B2 0.18mg 0.227mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.479mg 0.642mg 3%
Zinc 1.02mg 1.31mg 3%
Copper 0.211mg 0.186mg 3%
Magnesium 26mg 39mg 3%
Sodium 262mg 307mg 2%
Vitamin K 2.6µg 2%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0mg 0%
Net carbs 52.2g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.069mg 0.276mg 0%
Threonine 0.189mg 1.079mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.223mg 1.134mg 0%
Leucine 0.372mg 2.001mg 0%
Lysine 0.248mg 2.26mg 0%
Methionine 0.125mg 0.729mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.25mg 0.961mg 0%
Valine 0.255mg 1.268mg 0%
Histidine 0.116mg 0.725mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0.473g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.008g 0.509g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Pecan pie Sardine
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
17%
Pecan pie
119%
Sardine
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
Pecan pie
94%
Sardine

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sardine
Sardine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.461g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is cheaper (difference - $7)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pecan pie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172786/nutrients
  2. Sardine - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175139/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.