Sea cucumber vs. Cod liver oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sea cucumber and cod liver oil different?
- Sea cucumber is higher in vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and iron; however, cod liver oil is richer in vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for cod liver oil is 1994% higher.
Sea cucumber, yane (Alaska Native) and Fish oil, cod liver are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
80.7 g
Other:
5.9 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24900% |
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Carbs
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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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 30000µg | 3333% | |
| Vitamin D | 10000IU | 1250% | |
| Vitamin D | 250µg | 1250% | |
| Cholesterol | 570mg | 190% | |
| Fats | 0.4g | 100g | 153% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 22.541g | 150% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 46.711g | 117% | |
| Saturated fat | 22.608g | 103% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.94mg | 0mg | 72% |
| Calories | 56kcal | 902kcal | 42% |
| Protein | 13g | 0g | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.2mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 30mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 6.898g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 10.968g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.935g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
22%
1058%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sea cucumber is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 570mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sea cucumber contains less Sodium (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sea cucumber is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 22.608g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sea cucumber is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cod liver oil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cod liver oil is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)