Fish sandwich vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fish sandwiches and biscuits
- Fish sandwiches have more vitamin B12, while biscuits have more calcium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Fish sandwiches' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 25% higher.
- Biscuits contain 12 times less cholesterol than fish sandwiches. Fish sandwiches contain 35mg of cholesterol, while biscuits contain 3mg.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of biscuits is 44, while the glycemic index of fish sandwiches is 56.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +38.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +535.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +93.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +41.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +43.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +750% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +69.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +121.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +32.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +67.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +67.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +167.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.68µg | 0.08µg | 25% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 235mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 2.9mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.257g | 4.163g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.31mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.21mg | 0.356mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 3mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.949g | 4.324g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.595g | 6.93g | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Protein | 10.29g | 7g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 164mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 26.69g | 44.6g | 6% |
| Fats | 12.45g | 16.3g | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.264mg | 0.378mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.15mg | 2.949mg | 5% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 353kcal | 5% |
| Folate | 46µg | 61µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 18µg | 19.5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.035mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 206mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 0.285mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.5g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.082mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 602mg | 580mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 25.69g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.53g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.54mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | N/A |
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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
27%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.375g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.35g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)