Skipjack tuna vs. Ling fish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Skipjack tuna and Ling fish different?
- Skipjack tuna is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, and Iron, while Ling fish is higher in Magnesium, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B1.
- Skipjack tuna covers your daily need of Vitamin B3 100% more than Ling fish.
- Skipjack tuna contains 3 times more Vitamin B12 than Ling fish. Skipjack tuna contains 2.19µg of Vitamin B12, while Ling fish contains 0.65µg.
- Skipjack tuna is lower in Sodium.
Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Fish, ling, cooked, dry heat types were used 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 IronIron | +92.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +84.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +569.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +31.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +179.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +236.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +91.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +234.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +89.3% |
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:
24.35 g
Fats:
0.82 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
73.88 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +57.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +765.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.6% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 132kcal | 111kcal |
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| Protein | 28.21g | 24.35g |
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| Fats | 1.29g | 0.82g |
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| Vitamin C | 1mg | 0mg |
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| Cholesterol | 60mg | 51mg |
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| Magnesium | 44mg | 81mg |
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| Calcium | 37mg | 44mg |
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| Potassium | 522mg | 486mg |
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| Iron | 1.6mg | 0.83mg |
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| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.141mg |
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| Zinc | 1.05mg | 1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 285mg | 254mg |
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| Sodium | 47mg | 173mg |
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| Vitamin A | 60IU | 115IU |
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| Vitamin A | 18µg | 35µg |
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| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.038mg |
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| Selenium | 46.8µg | 46.8µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.127mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.231mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 18.756mg | 2.801mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.369mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.351mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0.65µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 8µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.42g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.243g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.273mg |
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| Threonine | 1.237mg | 1.067mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 1.122mg |
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| Leucine | 2.293mg | 1.979mg |
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| Lysine | 2.59mg | 2.236mg |
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| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.721mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.95mg |
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| Valine | 1.453mg | 1.254mg |
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| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.717mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
61%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ling fish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Ling fish is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.42g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ling fish is cheaper (difference - $8)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.