Skipjack tuna vs. Leek — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between skipjack tuna and leek?
- Skipjack tuna is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus, yet leek is richer in vitamin A, manganese, folate, and vitamin C.
- Skipjack tuna's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 115% higher.
- Leek contains less cholesterol.
- Skipjack tuna has a lower glycemic index than leek.
We used Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), raw 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 | +57.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +190% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +775% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +714.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4580% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +59.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2431.6% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +306.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4589% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +246.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +321% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +361.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +57.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +540% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
14.15 g
Water:
83 g
Other:
1.05 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1780.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +330% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +682.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33.3% |
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
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.004 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.166 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5975% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.5% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 18.756mg | 0.4mg | 115% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0µg | 91% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 1µg | 83% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.233mg | 58% |
| Protein | 28.21g | 1.5g | 53% |
| Vitamin K | 47µg | 39% | |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 35mg | 36% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.481mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Folate | 10µg | 64µg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 12mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 522mg | 180mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 0.12mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 83µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.03mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.92mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 2.1mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 0g | 14.15g | 5% |
| Calories | 132kcal | 61kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 28mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 59mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.29g | 0.3g | 2% |
| Choline | 9.5mg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.42g | 0.04g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g | 0.166g | 2% |
| Sodium | 47mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.243g | 0.004g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 12.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.9g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.9g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Skipjack tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Leek is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Leek contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Leek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.38g)
Which food is cheaper?
Leek is cheaper (difference - $7.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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