Shrimp vs. Groat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shrimp and groat different?
- Shrimp is higher in calcium; however, groat is richer in copper, manganese, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for copper for groat is 80% higher.
Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Buckwheat are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +288.9% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +492.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +77.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +331.4% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +190.2% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +46.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.4% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3839.4% |
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
Contains more ProteinProtein | +81% |
Contains more WaterWater | +662.4% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1114.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35650% |
Contains more OtherOther | +73.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.4% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2066.7% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1215.2% |
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 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 minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Sugar | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.379mg | 1.1mg | 80% |
Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 1.3mg | 55% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 231mg | 46% |
Vitamin B3 | 7.02mg | 44% | |
Fiber | 10g | 40% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.425mg | 33% | |
Vitamin B5 | 1.233mg | 25% | |
Carbs | 0.2g | 71.5g | 24% |
Protein | 23.98g | 13.25g | 21% |
Iron | 0.51mg | 2.2mg | 21% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 16% | |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 347mg | 16% |
Selenium | 8.3µg | 15% | |
Calories | 99kcal | 343kcal | 12% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.101mg | 8% | |
Folate | 30µg | 8% | |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 2.4mg | 7% |
Potassium | 259mg | 460mg | 6% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 1.039g | 6% |
Sodium | 111mg | 1mg | 5% |
Calcium | 70mg | 18mg | 5% |
Fats | 0.28g | 3.4g | 5% |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.741g | 3% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 1.04g | 2% |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 61.5g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.192mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.506mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.498mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.832mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.672mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.678mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.309mg | 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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Low Fats diet |
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Low Carbs 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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31%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

109%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.685g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Groat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Groat contains less Sodium (difference - 110mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Groat is cheaper (difference - $4.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Groat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Groat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)