Pike vs. Eel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pike and eel?
- Pike is richer in vitamin B2, phosphorus, and iron, yet eel is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B1.
- Eel's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 59% higher.
- Pike has 14 times more vitamin B2 than eel. Pike has 0.7mg of vitamin B2, while eel has 0.051mg.
We used Fish, pike, northern, liver (Alaska Native) and Fish, eel, mixed species, 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 IronIron | +228.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +1272.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +83% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +86.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 1137µg | 126% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.89µg | 120% | |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 54% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.7mg | 0.051mg | 50% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.218g | 23% | |
| Phosphorus | 412mg | 277mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.08mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 0.64mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 8.3µg | 15% | |
| Protein | 16.6g | 23.65g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.023g | 14% | |
| Fats | 8g | 14.95g | 11% |
| Potassium | 349mg | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.214g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.183mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.077mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.28mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 17µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 156kcal | 236kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5mg | 4.487mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 65mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.029mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 4.3g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.3g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 28mg | 26mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.037mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.09mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.922mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.171mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.923mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.218mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.696mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.108g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.081g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.095g | 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
22%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pike is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 161mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pike contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pike is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.023g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pike is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Eel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Eel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)