Shark vs. Smoked salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between shark and smoked salmon
- Shark has more magnesium and monounsaturated fat; however, smoked salmon is higher in vitamin B12, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Smoked salmon covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 85% more than shark.
- Shark has 5 times more calcium than smoked salmon. While shark has 50mg of calcium, smoked salmon has only 11mg.
- Smoked salmon has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried and Fish, salmon, chinook, smoked.
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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 | +138.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +354.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +54.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +194.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +447.6% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +107.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +213% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +169.4% |
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:
18.28 g
Fats:
4.32 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +219.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +400% |
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Protein
~18.28g
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
0.929 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.995 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +193.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +272% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin D | 17.1µg | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 685IU | 86% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.21µg | 3.26µg | 85% |
| Sodium | 122mg | 672mg | 24% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.23mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.701g | 0.995g | 18% |
| Choline | 89mg | 16% | |
| Fats | 13.82g | 4.32g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.783mg | 4.72mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 23mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.935g | 2.023g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.205g | 0.929g | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.35mg | 9% | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 117kcal | 6% |
| Magnesium | 43mg | 18mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.87mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.023mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 194mg | 164mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 34µg | 32.4µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 54µg | 26µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.11mg | 0.85mg | 3% |
| Folate | 15µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3mg | 0.278mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 6.39g | 0g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.31mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.05mg | 0.017mg | 1% |
| Protein | 18.62g | 18.28g | 1% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 175mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.39g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.101mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.843mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.867mg | 0.842mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.515mg | 1.486mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.634mg | 1.679mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.541mg | 0.541mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 0.714mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.965mg | 0.942mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.538mg | 0.538mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.258g | 0.183g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.431g | 0.267g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.089g | 0.073g | 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%
76%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoked salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoked salmon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.276g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Smoked salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark contains less Sodium (difference - 550mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Shark is cheaper (difference - $14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shark is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)