Shrimp vs. Yeast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between shrimp and yeast?
- Shrimp has less zinc, phosphorus, iron, potassium, manganese, and copper than yeast.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 63% higher.
- Shrimp has 2 times more calcium than yeast. Shrimp has 70mg of calcium, while yeast has 30mg.
- Yeast contains less cholesterol.
We used Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry 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 CalciumCalcium | +133.3% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.5% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +268.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +325.5% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +15% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +384.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +168.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +845.5% |
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 WaterWater | +1363.2% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +2617.9% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20510% |
Contains more OtherOther | +366.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +364.7% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +8877.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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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 Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B1 | 10.99mg | 916% | |
Folate | 2340µg | 585% | |
Vitamin B2 | 4mg | 308% | |
Vitamin B5 | 13.5mg | 270% | |
Vitamin B3 | 40.2mg | 251% | |
Vitamin B6 | 1.5mg | 115% | |
Fiber | 26.9g | 108% | |
Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
Zinc | 1.64mg | 7.94mg | 57% |
Phosphorus | 237mg | 637mg | 57% |
Protein | 23.98g | 40.44g | 33% |
Iron | 0.51mg | 2.17mg | 21% |
Potassium | 259mg | 955mg | 20% |
Carbs | 0.2g | 41.22g | 14% |
Selenium | 7.9µg | 14% | |
Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.312mg | 12% |
Calories | 99kcal | 325kcal | 11% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 4.309g | 11% |
Fats | 0.28g | 7.61g | 11% |
Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
Copper | 0.379mg | 0.436mg | 6% |
Calcium | 70mg | 30mg | 4% |
Magnesium | 39mg | 54mg | 4% |
Saturated fat | 0.056g | 1.001g | 4% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 3% | |
Sodium | 111mg | 51mg | 3% |
Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% | |
Net carbs | 0.2g | 14.32g | N/A |
Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.017g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.54mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 1.99mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 1.89mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 2.92mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 3.28mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
Valine | 2.31mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.91mg | 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 Calories diet |
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Low Fats diet |
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Low Carbs diet |
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Low Glycemic Index 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
0%

566%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%

94%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

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

Yeast contains less Sodium (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Yeast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?

Yeast is cheaper (difference - $5.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?

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

Yeast is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.945g)