Skipjack tuna vs. Matzo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between skipjack tuna and matzo?
- Skipjack tuna is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and selenium, yet matzo is higher in vitamin B1, manganese, iron, and vitamin B2.
- Skipjack tuna's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 93% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in matzo is lower.
We used Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Crackers, matzo, plain 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 | +76% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +184.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +366.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +83.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +54.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +220.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +97.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3321.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +381.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +753% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +918.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +138.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +70% |
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:
10 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
83.7 g
Water:
4.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +182.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1348.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1270% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fats
~1.4g
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
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.603 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +91.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 18.756mg | 3.892mg | 93% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0µg | 91% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.115mg | 67% |
| Protein | 28.21g | 10g | 36% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.387mg | 29% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 89mg | 28% |
| Carbs | 0g | 83.7g | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.65mg | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 3.16mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 36.9µg | 18% |
| Calories | 132kcal | 395kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.291mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 522mg | 112mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.06mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 25mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 0.68mg | 3% |
| Folate | 10µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.8mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 47mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.443mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42g | 0.226g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g | 0.603g | 1% |
| Fats | 1.29g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 80.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.29g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.243g | 0.127g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.116mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0.692mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.494mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0.42mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.213mg | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Skipjack tuna is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Matzo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Matzo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.194g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Matzo is cheaper (difference - $8)
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.