Penne vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between penne and skipjack tuna?
- Penne is richer in fiber and calcium, yet skipjack tuna is richer in phosphorus, potassium, and iron.
- Skipjack tuna's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 24% higher.
- Skipjack tuna contains less saturated fat.
- Skipjack tuna has a lower glycemic index than penne.
We used KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +140.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +46.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +327.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +141.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +210.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +394.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +647.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +311.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.7% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.403g
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 18.756mg | 117% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 91% | |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 85% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 75% | |
| Protein | 5.7g | 28.21g | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 118mg | 285mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 60mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 522mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 12% | |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 0g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.6mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.3g | 0.42g | 9% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 47mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 16.8g | 0g | 6% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 37mg | 5% |
| Fats | 4g | 1.29g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 2% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1g | 0.243g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Calories | 126kcal | 132kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.1g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.9g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.403g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 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
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72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 201mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Penne is cheaper (difference - $8)