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Seed vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Seed and Mackerel

  • Seed has more Fiber, Manganese, Copper, Phosphorus, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin B1, and Zinc, however, Mackerel is higher in Vitamin B12.
  • Mackerel covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 792% more than Seed.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat.

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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.
Seed
10
:
Contains more Calcium +4106.7%
Contains more Iron +391.7%
Contains more Magnesium +245.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +209.4%
Contains less Sodium -80.7%
Contains more Zinc +387.2%
Contains more Copper +883%
Contains more Manganese +13515%
Equal in Potassium - 401
Equal in Selenium - 51.6
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 190% 290% 240% 369% 36% 3% 125% 308% 356% 302%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 5% 59% 70% 120% 36% 11% 26% 32% 3% 282%
Contains more Calcium +4106.7%
Contains more Iron +391.7%
Contains more Magnesium +245.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +209.4%
Contains less Sodium -80.7%
Contains more Zinc +387.2%
Contains more Copper +883%
Contains more Manganese +13515%
Equal in Potassium - 401
Equal in Selenium - 51.6

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.
Seed
5
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Contains more Vitamin C +300%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +289.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +28.9%
Contains more Folate +2350%
Contains more Vitamin A +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +142.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 10% 0% 6% 155% 40% 166% 0% 0% 37% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 2% 40% 96% 129% 60% 107% 2% 2375% 0%
Contains more Vitamin C +300%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +289.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +28.9%
Contains more Folate +2350%
Contains more Vitamin A +233.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +142.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Seed
2
:
Contains more Fats +72.6%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +44.2%
Contains more Water +818.4%
Equal in Other - 5.07
17% 31% 42% 6% 5%
Protein: 16.54 g
Fats: 30.74 g
Carbs: 42.12 g
Water: 5.8 g
Other: 4.8 g
24% 18% 53% 5%
Protein: 23.85 g
Fats: 17.81 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 53.27 g
Other: 5.07 g
Contains more Fats +72.6%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +44.2%
Contains more Water +818.4%
Equal in Other - 5.07

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Seed
2
:
Contains less Saturated Fat -20.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +450.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +203.4%
11% 8% 81%
Saturated Fat: 3.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 23.665 g
27% 45% 28%
Saturated Fat: 4.176 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.3 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -20.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +450.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +203.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Seed Mackerel
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Seed Mackerel Opinion
Net carbs 7.72g 0g Seed
Protein 16.54g 23.85g Mackerel
Fats 30.74g 17.81g Seed
Carbs 42.12g 0g Seed
Calories 486kcal 262kcal Seed
Fiber 34.4g 0g Seed
Calcium 631mg 15mg Seed
Iron 7.72mg 1.57mg Seed
Magnesium 335mg 97mg Seed
Phosphorus 860mg 278mg Seed
Potassium 407mg 401mg Seed
Sodium 16mg 83mg Seed
Zinc 4.58mg 0.94mg Seed
Copper 0.924mg 0.094mg Seed
Manganese 2.723mg 0.02mg Seed
Selenium 55.2µg 51.6µg Seed
Vitamin A 54IU 180IU Mackerel
Vitamin A RAE 54µg Mackerel
Vitamin E 0.5mg Seed
Vitamin C 1.6mg 0.4mg Seed
Vitamin B1 0.62mg 0.159mg Seed
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.412mg Mackerel
Vitamin B3 8.83mg 6.85mg Seed
Vitamin B5 0.99mg Mackerel
Vitamin B6 0.46mg Mackerel
Folate 49µg 2µg Seed
Vitamin B12 0µg 19µg Mackerel
Tryptophan 0.436mg 0.267mg Seed
Threonine 0.709mg 1.045mg Mackerel
Isoleucine 0.801mg 1.099mg Mackerel
Leucine 1.371mg 1.938mg Mackerel
Lysine 0.97mg 2.19mg Mackerel
Methionine 0.588mg 0.706mg Mackerel
Phenylalanine 1.016mg 0.931mg Seed
Valine 0.95mg 1.228mg Mackerel
Histidine 0.531mg 0.702mg Mackerel
Cholesterol 0mg 75mg Seed
Trans Fat 0.14g Mackerel
Saturated Fat 3.33g 4.176g Seed
Omega-3 - DHA 0.699g Mackerel
Omega-3 - EPA 0.504g Mackerel
Omega-3 - DPA 0.106g Mackerel
Monounsaturated Fat 2.309g 7.006g Mackerel
Polyunsaturated fat 23.665g 4.3g Seed
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.835g Seed
Omega-3 - ALA 17.83g Seed

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Seed Mackerel
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
35%
Seed
235%
Mackerel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
Seed
64%
Mackerel

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Seed
Seed contains less Sodium (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Seed
Seed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Seed
Seed is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.846g)
Which food is cheaper?
Seed
Seed is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Seed
Seed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Seed - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170554/nutrients
  2. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175120/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.