Rice vs. Shrimp — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between rice and shrimp?
- Rice is richer in manganese and iron, yet shrimp is richer in copper, phosphorus, zinc, potassium, magnesium, and calcium.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 63% higher.
- Rice has 14 times more manganese than shrimp. Rice has 0.472mg of manganese, while shrimp has 0.033mg.
- Rice contains less sodium.
We used Rice, white, long-grain, regular, enriched, cooked and Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) 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 | +135.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1330.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +225% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +640% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +449.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +234.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +451.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13985% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +791.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +188.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~0.28g
~equal in
Water
~74.33g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +83.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.3% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.079g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 189mg | 63% |
| Protein | 2.69g | 23.98g | 43% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.379mg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 43mg | 237mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.472mg | 0.033mg | 19% |
| Folate | 58µg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.163mg | 14% | |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 14% | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.64mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.476mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 0.51mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 28.17g | 0.2g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.39mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 35mg | 259mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.093mg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 10mg | 70mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 39mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 111mg | 5% |
| Calories | 130kcal | 99kcal | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.013mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0.28g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 27.77g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.1mg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.077g | 0.056g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.088g | 0.048g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 0.079g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | 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
12%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.05g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.021g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice contains less Sodium (difference - 110mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Rice is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Rice is relatively richer in vitamins