Scallops vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between scallops and potatoes
- Scallops have more vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, choline, and zinc; however, potatoes have more vitamin B6, vitamin C, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for scallops is 90% higher.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, scallop, (bay and sea), cooked, steamed and Potatoes, baked, flesh and skin, 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 | +32.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +330.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +508.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5325% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +257.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +655.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +648% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +177.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +721.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +546.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +122.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +290.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2633.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +289.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -84.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +368% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 | 2.15µg | 0µg | 90% |
| Phosphorus | 426mg | 70mg | 51% |
| Selenium | 21.7µg | 0.4µg | 39% |
| Protein | 20.54g | 2.5g | 36% |
| Sodium | 667mg | 10mg | 29% |
| Choline | 110.7mg | 14.8mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.311mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 9.6mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.55mg | 0.36mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.2g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.033mg | 0.118mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.029mg | 0.219mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 535mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.58mg | 1.08mg | 6% |
| Starch | 3.69g | 17.27g | 6% |
| Carbs | 5.41g | 21.15g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.076mg | 1.41mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Folate | 20µg | 28µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.024mg | 0.048mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.218g | 0.034g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.222g | 0.057g | 1% |
| Calories | 111kcal | 93kcal | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.84g | 0.13g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.41g | 18.95g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.366mg | 0.376mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.082g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.629mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.692mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.226mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.258mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.487mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.597mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.645mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.314mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.34g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.072g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.104g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scallops is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.18g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallops is lower in glycemic index (difference - 86)
Which food is cheaper?
Scallops is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 41mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 657mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.184g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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