Shark vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shark and chicken sandwich different?
- Shark is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, while chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, iron, and folate.
- Shark covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 45% more than chicken sandwich.
- Shark contains 2 times more selenium than chicken sandwich. Shark contains 34µg of selenium, while chicken sandwich contains 19.9µg.
- Chicken sandwich is lower in cholesterol.
- Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index (74) than shark (0).
Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +79.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +70.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +338% |
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 | +1700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +830.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +219.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +209.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +177.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +93.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +213.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.62 g
Fats:
13.82 g
Carbs:
6.39 g
Water:
60.09 g
Other:
1.08 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +226.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.205 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.701 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.21µg | 0.13µg | 45% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.783mg | 7.72mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 122mg | 753mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 34µg | 19.9µg | 26% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.3mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.23mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 1.2mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 35mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.11mg | 1.77mg | 8% |
| Folate | 15µg | 47µg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.05mg | 0.219mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 3µg | 6% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.4g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3mg | 0.383mg | 6% |
| Protein | 18.62g | 16.28g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 3.205g | 2.123g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 43mg | 24mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 6.39g | 20.89g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.935g | 4.481g | 4% |
| Fats | 13.82g | 11.19g | 4% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 245mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.701g | 3.177g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.067mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 250kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.61mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 58mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 194mg | 185mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.39g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.843mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.867mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.515mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.634mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.541mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.965mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.538mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.258g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.431g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.089g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | N/A |
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
29%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark contains less Sodium (difference - 631mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.082g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)