Shrimp vs. Pita — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shrimp and pita
- Shrimp has more copper, phosphorus, and zinc; however, pita has more manganese and iron.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for shrimp is 63% higher.
- Pita has 2 times less phosphorus than shrimp. Shrimp has 237mg of phosphorus, while pita has 97mg.
- Pita is lower in cholesterol.
- Pita has a higher glycemic index than shrimp.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Bread, pita, white, unenriched.
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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 | +50% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +115.8% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +125.6% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +95.2% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +174.5% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1357.6% |
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 | +163.5% |
Contains more WaterWater | +131.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +328.6% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27750% |
Contains more OtherOther | +57% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66.3% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +118.8% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +577.2% |
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 Sodium |
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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 price |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
Protein | 23.98g | 9.1g | 30% |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.168mg | 23% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 22% | |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 97mg | 20% |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.481mg | 19% |
Carbs | 0.2g | 55.7g | 19% |
Sodium | 111mg | 536mg | 18% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 13% | |
Iron | 0.51mg | 1.4mg | 11% |
Calories | 99kcal | 275kcal | 9% |
Fiber | 2.2g | 9% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 8% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 7% | |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 0.84mg | 7% |
Folate | 24µg | 6% | |
Potassium | 259mg | 120mg | 4% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 26mg | 3% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 3% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.535g | 3% |
Calcium | 70mg | 86mg | 2% |
Fats | 0.28g | 1.2g | 1% |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.166g | 1% |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 53.5g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.105g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.634mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 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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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

36%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 425mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shrimp is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Pita is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Pita is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

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