Pita vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pita and skipjack tuna
- Pita has more manganese, vitamin B1, and fiber, while skipjack tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Skipjack tuna covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 104% more than pita.
- The amount of sodium in skipjack tuna is lower.
- Skipjack tuna has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of skipjack tuna is 0, while the glycemic index of pita is 68.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Bread, pita, white, unenriched and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, 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 CalciumCalcium | +132.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +52.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2431.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +69.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +335% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.2% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +602.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +775.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2785.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
55.7 g
Water:
32.1 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +210% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +332.6% |
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Fats
~1.29g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.105 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.535 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +131.4% |
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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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 18.756mg | 104% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.19µg | 91% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 85% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.981mg | 73% |
| Protein | 9.1g | 28.21g | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 285mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 47mg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 60mg | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.019mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.038mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 55.7g | 0g | 19% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 522mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 0g | 9% |
| Calories | 275kcal | 132kcal | 7% |
| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.11mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 37mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 44mg | 4% |
| Folate | 24µg | 10µg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.485mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.122mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.05mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.166g | 0.42g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 0.403g | 1% |
| Fats | 1.2g | 1.29g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.5g | 0g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.105g | 0.243g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0.316mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.257mg | 1.237mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 1.3mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.634mg | 2.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.219mg | 2.59mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.835mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 1.101mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.394mg | 1.453mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.195mg | 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
14%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 489mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 68)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pita is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.254g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pita is cheaper (difference - $8)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.