Fish sandwich vs. Margarine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between fish sandwiches and margarine
- Fish sandwiches have more selenium, vitamin B1,2, iron, vitamin B1, and phosphorus; however, margarine has more vitamin A, vitamin K, and vitamin E.
- Margarine's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 70% more.
- Margarine is lower in sodium.
- Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index than margarine.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce and Margarine, regular, 80% fat, composite, stick, without salt.
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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 | +733.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1133.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1044.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2220% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +278.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +9247.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +677.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +580% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +133.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +13550% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1536.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +583.8% |
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:
0.16 g
Fats:
80.71 g
Carbs:
0.7 g
Water:
16.52 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6331.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3712.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +193.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +548.3% |
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
15.189 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
38.877 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
24.302 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1398.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +288.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.257g | 24.302g | 120% |
| Fats | 12.45g | 80.71g | 105% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.595g | 38.877g | 91% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 819µg | 90% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 93µg | 66% |
| Saturated fat | 1.949g | 15.189g | 60% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 9mg | 56% |
| Selenium | 18µg | 0µg | 33% |
| Sodium | 602mg | 2mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.68µg | 0.1µg | 24% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 717kcal | 23% |
| Protein | 10.29g | 0.16g | 20% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 0.06mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.21mg | 0.01mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 5mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.15mg | 0.023mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Folate | 46µg | 1µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.264mg | 11% | |
| Carbs | 26.69g | 0.7g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.037mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 206mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.009mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0g | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 12.4mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.69g | 0.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.53g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | 14.89g | N/A |
| 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 | 0.006g | 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 | 21.522g | 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%
55%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Margarine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Margarine is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Margarine contains less Sodium (difference - 600mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Margarine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.24g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins