Shrimp vs. Squid — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Shrimp and Squid
- The amount of Iron, Copper, Phosphorus, Zinc, Potassium, Calcium, and Manganese in Squid is higher than in Shrimp.
- Squid covers your daily Iron needs 129% more than Shrimp.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat.
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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.
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Sodium
-85.1%
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Calcium
+157.1%
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Iron
+2025.5%
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Magnesium
+53.8%
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Phosphorus
+144.7%
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Potassium
+145.9%
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Zinc
+111%
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Copper
+163.3%
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Manganese
+533.3%
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-85.1%
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+157.1%
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Iron
+2025.5%
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Magnesium
+53.8%
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Phosphorus
+144.7%
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Potassium
+145.9%
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Zinc
+111%
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Copper
+163.3%
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Manganese
+533.3%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Water
+21.6%
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Protein
+35.4%
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Fats
+400%
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Carbs
+720%
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+177.7%
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+21.6%
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+35.4%
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+400%
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+720%
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+177.7%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-76.3%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+237.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+239.2%
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Saturated Fat
-76.3%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+237.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+239.2%
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 Glycemic Index |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 0.2g | 1.64g |
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| Protein | 23.98g | 32.48g |
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| Fats | 0.28g | 1.4g |
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| Carbs | 0.2g | 1.64g |
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| Calories | 99kcal | 158kcal |
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| Calcium | 70mg | 180mg |
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| Iron | 0.51mg | 10.84mg |
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| Magnesium | 39mg | 60mg |
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| Phosphorus | 237mg | 580mg |
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| Potassium | 259mg | 637mg |
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| Sodium | 111mg | 744mg |
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| Zinc | 1.64mg | 3.46mg |
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| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.998mg |
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| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.209mg |
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| Selenium | 89.6µg |
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| Vitamin A | 675IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 203µg |
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| Vitamin C | 8.5mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 1.729mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.189mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.9mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.27mg |
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| Folate | 24µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 5.4µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.364mg |
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| Threonine | 1.398mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.414mg |
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| Leucine | 2.287mg |
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| Lysine | 2.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.733mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.164mg |
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| Valine | 1.419mg |
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| Histidine | 0.624mg |
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| Cholesterol | 189mg | 224mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.002g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.056g | 0.236g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0.132g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0.078g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.012g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.048g | 0.162g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.268g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low 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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110%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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185%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Squid is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Squid is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shrimp contains less Sodium (difference - 633mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shrimp is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.18g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)