Skipjack tuna vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between skipjack tuna and avocadoes?
- Skipjack tuna is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and iron, yet avocadoes are higher in fiber, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Skipjack tuna's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 106% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in avocadoes is lower.
- The glycemic index of skipjack tuna is lower.
We used Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties types 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 | +51.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +190.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +64.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +448.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +647.4% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +157.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +979.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +281.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +76.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +186.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +710% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
14.66 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
73.23 g
Other:
1.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1310.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +420.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1036.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.126 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.799 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.816 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3932.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +350.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 18.756mg | 1.738mg | 106% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0µg | 91% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 0.4µg | 84% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.257mg | 56% |
| Protein | 28.21g | 2g | 52% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 52mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 0g | 6.7g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.243g | 9.799g | 24% |
| Fats | 1.29g | 14.66g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Folate | 10µg | 81µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 1.389mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 21µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 0.55mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 10mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g | 1.816g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.19mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42g | 2.126g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.142mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 0.64mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 0g | 8.53g | 3% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 47mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Calories | 132kcal | 160kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 522mg | 485mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 1.83g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.66g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.049mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 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
72%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.706g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Avocado is cheaper (difference - $7.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins