Shrimp vs. Malt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shrimp and malt different?
- Shrimp has more copper, phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium than malt.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for shrimp is 60% higher.
- Shrimp contains 10 times more copper than malt. While shrimp contains 0.379mg of copper, malt contains only 0.037mg.
- Malt has less cholesterol.
Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Beverages, Malted drink mix, chocolate, powder, prepared with whole milk 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +160% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +142.9% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +924.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +160.4% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +40% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -45.9% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +142.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +611.6% |
Contains more OtherOther | +51.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1075% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5500% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1622.9% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +163.3% |
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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Rich in minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Cholesterol | 189mg | 10mg | 60% |
Protein | 23.98g | 3.37g | 41% |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.037mg | 38% |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 91mg | 21% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 18% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.184mg | 14% | |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.41mg | 11% |
Selenium | 5.4µg | 10% | |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 1.883g | 8% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.354mg | 7% | |
Magnesium | 39mg | 15mg | 6% |
Fats | 0.28g | 3.29g | 5% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.054mg | 5% | |
Carbs | 0.2g | 11.2g | 4% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 4% | |
Iron | 0.51mg | 0.21mg | 4% |
Vitamin A | 26µg | 3% | |
Potassium | 259mg | 172mg | 3% |
Calcium | 70mg | 98mg | 3% |
Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
Fiber | 0.5g | 2% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.827g | 2% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.259mg | 2% | |
Sodium | 111mg | 60mg | 2% |
Caffeine | 3mg | 1% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.208g | 1% |
Calories | 99kcal | 85kcal | 1% |
Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% | |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 10.7g | N/A |
Sugar | 6.68g | N/A | |
Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0% | |
Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.074mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.165mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.074mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.077mg | 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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13%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

17%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.68g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.827g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Malt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 179mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Malt contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Malt is cheaper (difference - $6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Malt is relatively richer in vitamins