Sheepshead vs. Sockeye salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Sheepshead and Sockeye salmon
- Sheepshead is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, and Copper, yet Sockeye salmon is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Sockeye salmon is 90% higher.
- Sheepshead contains 3 times more Calcium than Sockeye salmon. Sheepshead contains 37mg of Calcium, while Sockeye salmon contains 11mg.
Food types used in this article are Fish, sheepshead, cooked, dry heat and Fish, salmon, sockeye, 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 | +236.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +60.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.5% |
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 FolateFolate | +142.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +67.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1470% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +392% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +462.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +46.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +136.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +94.3% |
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:
26.48 g
Fats:
5.57 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
67.33 g
Other:
0.62 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +433.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +241.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~26.48g
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Carbs
~0g
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Water
~67.33g
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
0.969 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.864 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.327 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -62.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +432.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +247.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 126kcal | 156kcal |
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| Protein | 26.02g | 26.48g |
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| Fats | 1.63g | 5.57g |
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| Cholesterol | 64mg | 61mg |
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| Vitamin D | 670IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 36mg |
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| Calcium | 37mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 512mg | 436mg |
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| Iron | 0.67mg | 0.52mg |
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| Copper | 0.122mg | 0.076mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.55mg |
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| Phosphorus | 350mg | 305mg |
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| Sodium | 73mg | 92mg |
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| Vitamin A | 115IU | 193IU |
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| Vitamin A | 35µg | 58µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.99mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.7µg |
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| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.013mg |
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| Selenium | 51.3µg | 35.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.157mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.246mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 10.123mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.87mg | 1.274mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.35mg | 0.827mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.3µg | 4.47µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 17µg | 7µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.023g |
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| Choline | 112.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.36g | 0.969g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.35g | 1.864g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.382g | 1.327g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.335mg |
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| Threonine | 1.141mg | 1.247mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.199mg | 1.274mg |
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| Leucine | 2.115mg | 2.185mg |
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| Lysine | 2.39mg | 2.574mg |
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| Methionine | 0.77mg | 0.858mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 1.086mg |
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| Valine | 1.34mg | 1.461mg |
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| Histidine | 0.766mg | 0.711mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.083g | 0.299g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.107g | 0.56g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.04g | 0.093g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g |
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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%
132%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
61%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sockeye salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sockeye salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sheepshead is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sheepshead contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sheepshead is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.609g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sheepshead is cheaper (difference - $13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sheepshead is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)