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Pumpkin seed vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Pumpkin seed and Skipjack tuna

  • Pumpkin seed has more Zinc, Fiber, Copper, Magnesium, Iron, and Manganese, while Skipjack tuna has more Vitamin B3, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, and Phosphorus.
  • Skipjack tuna covers your daily need of Vitamin B3 115% more than Pumpkin seed.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Seeds, pumpkin and squash seeds, whole, roasted, without salt 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 Calcium +48.6%
Contains more Iron +106.9%
Contains more Magnesium +495.5%
Contains more Potassium +76.1%
Contains less Sodium -61.7%
Contains more Zinc +881%
Contains more Copper +527.3%
Contains more Manganese +2510.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +209.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 17% 125% 188% 40% 82% 3% 281% 230% 65% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 12% 60% 32% 123% 47% 7% 29% 37% 3% 256%
Contains more Calcium +48.6%
Contains more Iron +106.9%
Contains more Magnesium +495.5%
Contains more Potassium +76.1%
Contains less Sodium -61.7%
Contains more Zinc +881%
Contains more Copper +527.3%
Contains more Manganese +2510.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +209.8%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +134.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +6458%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +766.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +2551.4%
Contains more Folate +11.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin A - 60
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 0% 0% 1% 9% 12% 6% 4% 9% 7% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 0% 0% 4% 10% 29% 352% 30% 227% 8% 274% 0%
Contains more Vitamin C +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +134.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +6458%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +766.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +2551.4%
Contains more Folate +11.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin A - 60

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +1403.9%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +52.1%
Contains more Water +1284%
Contains more Other +116.3%
19% 19% 54% 5% 4%
Protein: 18.55 g
Fats: 19.4 g
Carbs: 53.75 g
Water: 4.5 g
Other: 3.8 g
28% 62% 8%
Protein: 28.21 g
Fats: 1.29 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 62.28 g
Other: 8.22 g
Contains more Fats +1403.9%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +52.1%
Contains more Water +1284%
Contains more Other +116.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2382.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2094.5%
Contains less Saturated Fat -88.6%
20% 33% 48%
Saturated Fat: 3.67 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 8.844 g
39% 23% 38%
Saturated Fat: 0.42 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.403 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2382.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2094.5%
Contains less Saturated Fat -88.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pumpkin seed Skipjack tuna
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pumpkin seed Skipjack tuna Opinion
Net carbs 35.35g 0g Pumpkin seed
Protein 18.55g 28.21g Skipjack tuna
Fats 19.4g 1.29g Pumpkin seed
Carbs 53.75g 0g Pumpkin seed
Calories 446kcal 132kcal Pumpkin seed
Fiber 18.4g 0g Pumpkin seed
Calcium 55mg 37mg Pumpkin seed
Iron 3.31mg 1.6mg Pumpkin seed
Magnesium 262mg 44mg Pumpkin seed
Phosphorus 92mg 285mg Skipjack tuna
Potassium 919mg 522mg Pumpkin seed
Sodium 18mg 47mg Pumpkin seed
Zinc 10.3mg 1.05mg Pumpkin seed
Copper 0.69mg 0.11mg Pumpkin seed
Manganese 0.496mg 0.019mg Pumpkin seed
Selenium 46.8µg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin A 62IU 60IU Pumpkin seed
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 18µg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin C 0.3mg 1mg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B1 0.034mg 0.038mg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B2 0.052mg 0.122mg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B3 0.286mg 18.756mg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B5 0.056mg 0.485mg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B6 0.037mg 0.981mg Skipjack tuna
Folate 9µg 10µg Skipjack tuna
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.19µg Skipjack tuna
Tryptophan 0.326mg 0.316mg Pumpkin seed
Threonine 0.683mg 1.237mg Skipjack tuna
Isoleucine 0.956mg 1.3mg Skipjack tuna
Leucine 1.572mg 2.293mg Skipjack tuna
Lysine 1.386mg 2.59mg Skipjack tuna
Methionine 0.417mg 0.835mg Skipjack tuna
Phenylalanine 0.924mg 1.101mg Skipjack tuna
Valine 1.491mg 1.453mg Pumpkin seed
Histidine 0.515mg 0.83mg Skipjack tuna
Cholesterol 0mg 60mg Pumpkin seed
Saturated Fat 3.67g 0.42g Skipjack tuna
Omega-3 - DHA 0.237g Skipjack tuna
Omega-3 - EPA 0.091g Skipjack tuna
Omega-3 - DPA 0.017g Skipjack tuna
Monounsaturated Fat 6.032g 0.243g Pumpkin seed
Polyunsaturated fat 8.844g 0.403g Pumpkin seed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Pumpkin seed Skipjack tuna
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
4%
Pumpkin seed
78%
Skipjack tuna
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
Pumpkin seed
60%
Skipjack tuna

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Skipjack tuna
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.25g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Skipjack tuna
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin seed
Pumpkin seed contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pumpkin seed
Pumpkin seed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin seed
Pumpkin seed is cheaper (difference - $5.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pumpkin seed
Pumpkin seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)

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. Pumpkin seed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170188/nutrients
  2. Skipjack tuna - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172005/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.