Scallop vs. Cuttlefish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Scallop and Cuttlefish
- Scallop has less Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B12, Copper, Selenium, Vitamin A RAE, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Zinc.
- Cuttlefish covers your daily Iron needs 71% more than Scallop.
- Scallop has less Cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, scallop, mixed species, raw and Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, raw.
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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 | +36.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1484.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2452.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +547.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +12400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +5966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +105.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +112.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.06 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
3.18 g
Water:
82.53 g
Other:
1.74 g
Protein:
16.24 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
0.82 g
Water:
80.56 g
Other:
1.68 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +287.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +42.9% |
~equal in
Water
~80.56g
~equal in
Other
~1.68g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.128 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.13 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.118 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +68.8% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~0.118g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.134g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 69kcal | 79kcal |
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| Protein | 12.06g | 16.24g |
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| Fats | 0.49g | 0.7g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.18g | 0.82g |
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| Carbs | 3.18g | 0.82g |
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| Cholesterol | 24mg | 112mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1IU |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 6mg | 90mg |
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| Potassium | 205mg | 354mg |
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| Iron | 0.38mg | 6.02mg |
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| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.587mg |
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| Zinc | 0.91mg | 1.73mg |
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| Starch | 2.17g |
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| Phosphorus | 334mg | 387mg |
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| Sodium | 392mg | 372mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3IU | 375IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 1µg | 113µg |
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| Manganese | 0.017mg | 0.11mg |
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| Selenium | 12.8µg | 44.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.007mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.91mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.703mg | 1.216mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.215mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.15mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.41µg | 3µg |
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| Folate | 16µg | 16µg | |
| Trans Fat | 0.005g |
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| Choline | 65mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.128g | 0.118g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.048g | 0.081g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.13g | 0.134g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.102mg | 0.182mg |
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| Threonine | 0.369mg | 0.699mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.406mg | 0.707mg |
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| Leucine | 0.72mg | 1.143mg |
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| Lysine | 0.739mg | 1.213mg |
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| Methionine | 0.286mg | 0.366mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.351mg | 0.582mg |
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| Valine | 0.379mg | 0.709mg |
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| Histidine | 0.185mg | 0.312mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.042g | 0.039g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.061g | 0.066g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.007g |
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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
21%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
102%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Scallop is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cuttlefish is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cuttlefish contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cuttlefish is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cuttlefish is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cuttlefish is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)