Shark fin soup vs. Shark — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between shark fin soup and shark?
- Shark fin soup is richer in copper, yet shark is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and magnesium.
- Shark's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 43% higher.
- Shark fin soup has 4 times more sodium than shark. Shark fin soup has 501mg of sodium, while shark has 122mg.
We used Soup, shark fin, restaurant-prepared and Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried 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 CopperCopper | +157.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +70.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +514.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +192.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +823.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +108.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +148.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +464.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +376.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1053.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +536.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.2 g
Fats:
2 g
Carbs:
3.8 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.87 g
Protein:
18.62 g
Fats:
13.82 g
Carbs:
6.39 g
Water:
60.09 g
Other:
1.08 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +50% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +481.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +591% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.501 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.583 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.341 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.205 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.701 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -84.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +918% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +985.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 46kcal | 228kcal |
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| Protein | 3.2g | 18.62g |
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| Fats | 2g | 13.82g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.8g | 6.39g |
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| Carbs | 3.8g | 6.39g |
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| Cholesterol | 2mg | 59mg |
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| Magnesium | 7mg | 43mg |
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| Calcium | 10mg | 50mg |
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| Potassium | 53mg | 155mg |
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| Iron | 0.94mg | 1.11mg |
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| Copper | 0.108mg | 0.042mg |
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| Zinc | 0.82mg | 0.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 21mg | 194mg |
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| Sodium | 501mg | 122mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 180IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 54µg |
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| Manganese | 0.024mg | 0.05mg |
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| Selenium | 34µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.072mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.097mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.493mg | 2.783mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.13mg | 0.62mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.026mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 1.21µg |
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| Folate | 9µg | 15µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.501g | 3.205g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.583g | 5.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.341g | 3.701g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.212mg |
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| Threonine | 0.843mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.867mg |
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| Leucine | 1.515mg |
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| Lysine | 1.634mg |
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| Methionine | 0.541mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg |
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| Valine | 0.965mg |
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| Histidine | 0.538mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.086g | 0.258g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.121g | 0.431g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.042g | 0.089g |
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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
5%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shark fin soup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 57mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shark fin soup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.704g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark fin soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark contains less Sodium (difference - 379mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shark is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shark 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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)