Shrimp vs. Béchamel sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between shrimp and béchamel sauce?
- Shrimp is richer in copper, phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium, yet béchamel sauce is richer in calcium and monounsaturated fat.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 60% higher.
- Shrimp has 29 times more copper than béchamel sauce. Shrimp has 0.379mg of copper, while béchamel sauce has 0.013mg.
- Béchamel sauce contains less cholesterol.
We used Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Sauce, homemade, white, thin types in this comparison.
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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 | +160% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +142.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2815.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +290.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +134.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +80% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.98 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
0.2 g
Water:
74.33 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
3.77 g
Fats:
6.73 g
Carbs:
7.4 g
Water:
80.66 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +536.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2303.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3600% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19% |
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Water
~80.66g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.079 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.152 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.586 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5462.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1907.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 189mg | 8mg | 60% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.013mg | 41% |
| Protein | 23.98g | 3.77g | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 101mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.184mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.42mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 2.152g | 10% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 6.73g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 1.586g | 10% |
| Sodium | 111mg | 328mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 73µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.339mg | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 2.67g | 7% |
| Selenium | 3.3µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 49IU | 6% | |
| Calcium | 70mg | 126mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 15mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.21mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 14.1mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 163mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.261mg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 7.4g | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 105kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 7.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.78g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.198mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.259mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | 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
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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 217mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.096g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Béchamel sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 181mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Béchamel sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Béchamel sauce is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Béchamel sauce is relatively richer in vitamins