Shrimp vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shrimp and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Shrimp has more copper and phosphorus; however, cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more iron and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for shrimp is 63% higher.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 28 times less sodium than shrimp. Shrimp has 111mg of sodium, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 4mg.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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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 | +191.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +41.4% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +27.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.9% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +35.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +392.2% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1339.4% |
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.
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:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +210.2% |
Contains more OtherOther | +28.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +89.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10280% |
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Water
~70.04g
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
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +184.8% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~0.044g
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 |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
Folate | 208µg | 52% | |
Protein | 23.98g | 7.73g | 33% |
Fiber | 6.5g | 26% | |
Iron | 0.51mg | 2.51mg | 25% |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.475mg | 19% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 17% | |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 156mg | 12% |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.268mg | 12% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 8% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
Carbs | 0.2g | 20.76g | 7% |
Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
Calcium | 70mg | 24mg | 5% |
Sodium | 111mg | 4mg | 5% |
Selenium | 2.5µg | 5% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 4% | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 3% | |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 1.29mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 53mg | 3% |
Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.225g | 1% |
Calories | 99kcal | 116kcal | 1% |
Potassium | 259mg | 278mg | 1% |
Fats | 0.28g | 0.53g | 0% |
Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% | |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 14.26g | N/A |
Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.138g | 0% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.044g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.368mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.24mg | 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 |
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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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23%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

43%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.082g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 107mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.