Potato salad vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between potato salad and skipjack tuna
- Potato salad has more vitamin C; however, skipjack tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron, potassium, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for skipjack tuna is 112% higher.
- Skipjack tuna has 11 times less sodium than potato salad. Potato salad has 529mg of sodium, while skipjack tuna has 47mg.
- Potato salad has a higher glycemic index than skipjack tuna.
Food types used in this article are Potato salad, home-prepared 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 ManganeseManganese | +431.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +193.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +94.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +146.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +238.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +448.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1041.5% |
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 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +102.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +103.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2007.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +595.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.68 g
Fats:
8.2 g
Carbs:
11.17 g
Water:
76 g
Other:
1.95 g
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +535.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +952.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +321.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.429 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.48 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.737 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 | +920.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +827.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.6% |
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 | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.89mg | 18.756mg | 112% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.19µg | 91% |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 46.8µg | 78% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.141mg | 0.981mg | 65% |
| Protein | 2.68g | 28.21g | 51% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 285mg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.737g | 0.403g | 22% |
| Sodium | 529mg | 47mg | 21% |
| Iron | 0.65mg | 1.6mg | 12% |
| Fats | 8.2g | 1.29g | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 1mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 522mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 44mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.31mg | 1.05mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.48g | 0.243g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.429g | 0.42g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.122mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.101mg | 0.019mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 11.17g | 0g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.077mg | 0.038mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 60mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Calories | 143kcal | 132kcal | 1% |
| Folate | 7µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.534mg | 0.485mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.118mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.87g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.316mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.116mg | 1.237mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.141mg | 1.3mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.202mg | 2.293mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.171mg | 2.59mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.066mg | 0.835mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.135mg | 1.101mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.172mg | 1.453mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.062mg | 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
13%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 482mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.009g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Potato salad 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 vitamins?
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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.