Sheepshead vs. Eel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between sheepshead and eel
- Sheepshead is richer in selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5, yet eel is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for sheepshead is 78% higher.
- Sheepshead contains 5 times more vitamin B6 than eel. Sheepshead contains 0.35mg of vitamin B6, while eel contains 0.077mg.
- Sheepshead contains less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Fish, sheepshead, cooked, dry heat and Fish, eel, mixed species, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +320.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +518.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +230.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.5% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +210.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +354.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1730% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +149.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +25.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
26.02 g
Fats:
1.63 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
69.04 g
Other:
3.31 g
Protein:
23.65 g
Fats:
14.95 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.31 g
Other:
2.09 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +817.2% |
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Protein
~23.65g
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.36 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.35 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.382 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.023 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.218 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.214 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2533.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +217.8% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 35µg | 1137µg | 122% |
| Selenium | 51.3µg | 8.3µg | 78% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 161mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.3µg | 2.89µg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.35g | 9.218g | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35mg | 0.077mg | 21% |
| Fats | 1.63g | 14.95g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 4.487mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.183mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 2.08mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.87mg | 0.28mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36g | 3.023g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.122mg | 0.029mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 350mg | 277mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.382g | 1.214g | 6% |
| Calories | 126kcal | 236kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 23.65g | 5% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 349mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.67mg | 0.64mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 65mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.051mg | 0% |
| Folate | 17µg | 17µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.141mg | 1.037mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.199mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.115mg | 1.922mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.39mg | 2.171mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.77mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.923mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.34mg | 1.218mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.766mg | 0.696mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.083g | 0.108g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.107g | 0.081g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0.095g | 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
38%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sheepshead is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sheepshead is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.663g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sheepshead is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Eel contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Eel 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 lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)