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Shark fin soup vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between shark fin soup and broth

  • Shark fin soup is richer in copper, while broth is higher in vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B3, magnesium, vitamin B5, and potassium.
  • Broth covers your daily sodium needs 1016% more than shark fin soup.
  • Shark fin soup is lower in saturated fat.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Soup, shark fin, restaurant-prepared and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5% 3% 4.7% 35% 36% 22% 9% 65% 3.1% 0%
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +811.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +700%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1770%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +483%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +690.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +525%
~equal in Iron ~1.03mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.33% 0% 0% 0% 6.8% 9% 9.2% 7.8% 6% 24% 0% 6.8% 0%
Broth
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1000%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +270.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1002.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +399%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +361.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +284.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +57.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +255.6%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 2% 4% 90%
Protein: 3.2 g
Fats: 2 g
Carbs: 3.8 g
Water: 90.13 g
Other: 0.87 g
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
Contains more WaterWater +3870.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +420.6%
Contains more FatsFats +594%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +373.9%
Contains more OtherOther +5552.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
35% 41% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.501 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.583 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.341 g
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -85.4%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +819.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1213.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Shark fin soup Broth DV% diff.
Sodium 501mg 23875mg 1016%
Selenium 28µg 51%
Vitamin B2 0.039mg 0.43mg 30%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.341g 4.48g 28%
Protein 3.2g 16.66g 27%
Phosphorus 21mg 166mg 21%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Fats 2g 13.88g 18%
Calcium 10mg 187mg 18%
Saturated fat 0.501g 3.43g 13%
Copper 0.108mg 0mg 12%
Monounsaturated fat 0.583g 5.36g 12%
Vitamin B3 0.493mg 2.46mg 12%
Magnesium 7mg 56mg 12%
Calories 46kcal 267kcal 11%
Vitamin B5 0.13mg 0.6mg 9%
Potassium 53mg 309mg 8%
Zinc 0.82mg 0.09mg 7%
Folate 9µg 32µg 6%
Vitamin B1 0.027mg 0.1mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.026mg 0.1mg 6%
Manganese 0.024mg 0.15mg 5%
Carbs 3.8g 18.01g 5%
Vitamin B12 0.19µg 0.3µg 5%
Cholesterol 2mg 13mg 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Iron 0.94mg 1.03mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 1.1mg 1%
Net carbs 3.8g 18.01g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.086g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.121g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.042g 0g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Shark fin soup Broth
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
5%
Shark fin soup
28%
Broth
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
Shark fin soup
352%
Broth

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shark fin soup
Shark fin soup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark fin soup
Shark fin soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark fin soup
Shark fin soup contains less Sodium (difference - 23374mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shark fin soup
Shark fin soup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.929g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark fin soup
Shark fin soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broth
Broth is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Shark fin soup - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174532/nutrients
  2. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/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.