Roe vs. Cod liver oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Roe and Cod liver oil?
- Roe is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Folate, and Vitamin C, while Cod liver oil is higher in Vitamin A.
- Cod liver oil's daily need coverage for Vitamin A is 3323% higher.
- Roe is lower in Cholesterol.
We used Fish, roe, mixed species, cooked, dry heat and Fish oil, cod liver 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| 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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| 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 Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +32903.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.62 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
1.92 g
Water:
58.63 g
Other:
2.6 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1115.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.866 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.129 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.404 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
22.608 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
46.711 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
22.541 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -91.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2094% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +562.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 204kcal | 902kcal |
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| Protein | 28.62g | 0g |
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| Fats | 8.23g | 100g |
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| Vitamin C | 16.4mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 1.92g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 1.92g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 479mg | 570mg |
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| Vitamin D | 10000IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 0mg |
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| Calcium | 28mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 283mg | 0mg |
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| Iron | 0.77mg | 0mg |
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| Copper | 0.128mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 1.28mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 515mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 117mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin A | 303IU | 100000IU |
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| Vitamin A | 91µg | 30000µg |
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| Vitamin D | 250µg |
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| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 51.7µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.277mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.949mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.192mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.154mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 11.54µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 92µg | 0µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.866g | 22.608g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.129g | 46.711g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.404g | 22.541g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.375mg |
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| Threonine | 1.305mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.465mg |
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| Leucine | 2.509mg |
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| Lysine | 2.179mg |
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| Methionine | 0.71mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.401mg |
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| Valine | 1.676mg |
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| Histidine | 0.778mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.26g | 6.898g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.747g | 10.968g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.105g | 0.935g |
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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
156%
1038%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
68%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Roe is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Roe is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 20.742g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roe is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Roe is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod liver oil contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cod liver oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Cod liver oil is cheaper (difference - $95)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)