Scallop vs. Eel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Scallop and Eel?
- Scallop is richer in Selenium, and Phosphorus, yet Eel is richer in Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B1.
- Eel's daily need coverage for Vitamin A is 126% higher.
- Scallop has 10 times more Sodium than Eel. Scallop has 667mg of Sodium, while Eel has 65mg.
We used Mollusks, scallop, (bay and sea), cooked, steamed and Fish, eel, mixed species, cooked, dry heat 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 | +42.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +161.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +10.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.9% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +30.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +17.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +75640% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1425% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +317% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +34.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +41.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1679.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -92.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11141.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +446.8% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 111kcal | 236kcal |
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| Protein | 20.54g | 23.65g |
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| Fats | 0.84g | 14.95g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.41g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 5.41g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 41mg | 161mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 37mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 10mg | 26mg |
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| Potassium | 314mg | 349mg |
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| Iron | 0.58mg | 0.64mg |
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| Copper | 0.033mg | 0.029mg |
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| Zinc | 1.55mg | 2.08mg |
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| Starch | 3.69g |
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| Phosphorus | 426mg | 277mg |
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| Sodium | 667mg | 65mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5IU | 3787IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 1137µg |
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| Manganese | 0.029mg | 0.04mg |
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| Selenium | 21.7µg | 8.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.024mg | 0.051mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.076mg | 4.487mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.366mg | 0.28mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.077mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.15µg | 2.89µg |
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| Folate | 20µg | 17µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.009g |
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| Choline | 110.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.218g | 3.023g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.082g | 9.218g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.222g | 1.214g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0.265mg |
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| Threonine | 0.629mg | 1.037mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.692mg | 1.09mg |
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| Leucine | 1.226mg | 1.922mg |
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| Lysine | 1.258mg | 2.171mg |
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| Methionine | 0.487mg | 0.7mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.597mg | 0.923mg |
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| Valine | 0.645mg | 1.218mg |
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| Histidine | 0.314mg | 0.696mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.072g | 0.108g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.104g | 0.081g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.095g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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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
32%
60%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
52%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Scallop is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 120mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Scallop is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.805g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Eel is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Eel contains less Sodium (difference - 602mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.