Shark vs. Tuna Bluefin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Shark and Tuna Bluefin
- Tuna Bluefin is richer than Shark in Vitamin B12, Vitamin A, Vitamin B3, Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Tuna Bluefin is 403% higher.
- Shark contains 2 times more Saturated Fat than Tuna Bluefin. Shark contains 3.205g of Saturated Fat, while Tuna Bluefin contains 1.612g.
Food types used in this article are Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried and Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +48.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +60.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +68% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.6% |
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 FolateFolate | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +286.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +215.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +278.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +121% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +799.2% |
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:
29.91 g
Fats:
6.28 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
4.72 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +120.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +337% |
~equal in
Water
~59.09g
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
1.612 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.844 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +189.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +100.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -49.7% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 228kcal | 184kcal |
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| Protein | 18.62g | 29.91g |
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| Fats | 13.82g | 6.28g |
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| Net carbs | 6.39g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 6.39g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 59mg | 49mg |
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| Magnesium | 43mg | 64mg |
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| Calcium | 50mg | 10mg |
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| Potassium | 155mg | 323mg |
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| Iron | 1.11mg | 1.31mg |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.11mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.77mg |
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| Phosphorus | 194mg | 326mg |
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| Sodium | 122mg | 50mg |
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| Vitamin A | 180IU | 2520IU |
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| Vitamin A | 54µg | 757µg |
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| Manganese | 0.05mg | 0.02mg |
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| Selenium | 34µg | 46.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.072mg | 0.278mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.306mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.783mg | 10.54mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 1.37mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.3mg | 0.525mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.21µg | 10.88µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 2µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.205g | 1.612g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.935g | 2.053g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.701g | 1.844g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.212mg | 0.335mg |
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| Threonine | 0.843mg | 1.311mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.867mg | 1.378mg |
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| Leucine | 1.515mg | 2.431mg |
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| Lysine | 1.634mg | 2.747mg |
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| Methionine | 0.541mg | 0.885mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg | 1.168mg |
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| Valine | 0.965mg | 1.541mg |
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| Histidine | 0.538mg | 0.88mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.258g | 0.363g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.431g | 1.141g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.089g | 0.16g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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%
158%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna Bluefin contains less Sodium (difference - 72mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.593g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
Shark is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)