Sheepshead vs. Flatfish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sheepshead and flatfish?
- The amount of vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, copper, potassium, phosphorus, and iron in sheepshead is higher than in flatfish.
- Sheepshead's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 41% more.
- Flatfish contains 5 times less copper than sheepshead. Sheepshead contains 0.122mg of copper, while flatfish contains 0.023mg.
- Sheepshead has less sodium.
We used Fish, sheepshead, cooked, dry heat and Fish, flatfish (flounder and sole species), cooked, dry heat types 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 | +59.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +159.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +191.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +430.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +61.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +23.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +57.4% |
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 | +191.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +283.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +204.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +75.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +183.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
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:
15.24 g
Fats:
2.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
81.11 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +70.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +158.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.5% |
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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
0.542 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.657 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.459 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +87.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20.2% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.3µg | 1.31µg | 41% |
| Selenium | 51.3µg | 32.6µg | 34% |
| Protein | 26.02g | 15.24g | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.35mg | 0.115mg | 18% |
| Vitamin D | 3.5µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 139IU | 17% | |
| Choline | 79.9mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 73mg | 363mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.87mg | 0.227mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.122mg | 0.023mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 197mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.67mg | 0.23mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 350mg | 309mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.77mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.278mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Folate | 17µg | 6µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 56mg | 3% |
| Calories | 126kcal | 86kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.025mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.39mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.026mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Fats | 1.63g | 2.37g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36g | 0.542g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.35g | 0.657g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.382g | 0.459g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.141mg | 0.719mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.199mg | 0.754mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.115mg | 1.335mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.39mg | 1.561mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.77mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.624mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.34mg | 0.8mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.766mg | 0.374mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.083g | 0.168g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.107g | 0.132g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sheepshead is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sheepshead contains less Sodium (difference - 290mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sheepshead is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.182g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sheepshead is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Flatfish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.