Shrimp vs. Monterey Jack — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between shrimp and monterey Jack?
- Shrimp is richer in copper and potassium, yet monterey Jack is richer in calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and monounsaturated fat.
- Monterey Jack's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 95% higher.
- Shrimp has 12 times more copper than monterey Jack. Shrimp has 0.379mg of copper, while monterey Jack has 0.032mg.
- Monterey Jack contains less cholesterol.
- Monterey Jack has a lower glycemic index than shrimp.
We used Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Cheese, monterey 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 | +44.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +219.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1084.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +965.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +82.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +87.3% |
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:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +81.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10714.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +240% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +193.4% |
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Protein
~24.48g
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
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18131.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1038% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 19.066g | 86% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 746mg | 68% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 30.28g | 46% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.032mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 35% | |
| Cholesterol | 189mg | 89mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 444mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.39mg | 30% | |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 8.751g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 111mg | 600mg | 21% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 373kcal | 14% |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 3mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 81mg | 5% |
| Folate | 18µg | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.899g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 4% | |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.72mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
| Protein | 23.98g | 24.48g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 0.68g | N/A |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 0.68g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.871mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.519mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.344mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.289mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.635mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.859mg | 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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26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 489mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.01g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Monterey Jack is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Monterey Jack is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Monterey Jack 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.