Shrimp vs. Fish sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between shrimp and fish sauce
- Shrimp has more copper, phosphorus, and zinc; however, fish sauce is richer in magnesium and manganese.
- Fish sauce covers your daily sodium needs 337% more than shrimp.
- Shrimp has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of shrimp is 50, while the glycemic index of fish sauce is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Sauce, fish, ready-to-serve.
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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 | +62.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +658% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +720% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3285.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +348.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +606.1% |
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:
5.06 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
3.64 g
Water:
71.07 g
Other:
20.22 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +373.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2700% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1720% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1571.1% |
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Water
~71.07g
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
0.003 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.003 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2300% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2533.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Sodium | 111mg | 7851mg | 337% |
| Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
| Protein | 23.98g | 5.06g | 38% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.05mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 7mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 175mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.396mg | 30% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.48µg | 20% | |
| Selenium | 9.1µg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.313mg | 14% | |
| Folate | 51µg | 13% | |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.2mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.233mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 35kcal | 3% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.78mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.118mg | 2% | |
| Choline | 13.2mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.003g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.012mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 288mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 3.64g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0.01g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.003g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.002g | 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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20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
132%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 7740mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.053g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sauce is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sauce 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.