Skipjack tuna vs. Seaweed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between skipjack tuna and seaweed
- Skipjack tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, seaweed is higher in folate, magnesium, iron, and calcium.
- Skipjack tuna covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 114% more than seaweed.
- Seaweed has less cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Seaweed, kelp, raw.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +486.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +578.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6585.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +175% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +354.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +78.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +952.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3890.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +48950% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +32.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1700% |
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:
1.68 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
9.57 g
Water:
81.58 g
Other:
6.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1579.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +130.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31% |
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
0.247 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +148% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +757.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.2% |
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 | 0.47mg | 114% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0µg | 91% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 0.7µg | 84% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.002mg | 75% |
| Vitamin K | 66µg | 55% | |
| Protein | 28.21g | 1.68g | 53% |
| Folate | 10µg | 180µg | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 42mg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 121mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 2.85mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 168mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 522mg | 89mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 47mg | 233mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.87mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Calories | 132kcal | 43kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.642mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 9.57g | 3% |
| Choline | 12.8mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g | 0.047g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.15mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 1.23mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42g | 0.247g | 1% |
| Fats | 1.29g | 0.56g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 8.27g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.6g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.243g | 0.098g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0.055mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0.082mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.043mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0.072mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0g | N/A |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 186mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Seaweed is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 60mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Seaweed is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.173g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Seaweed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Seaweed is cheaper (difference - $8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Seaweed is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Seaweed is relatively richer in vitamins