Skipjack tuna vs. Submarine sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between skipjack tuna and submarine sandwich
- Skipjack tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, selenium, and phosphorus; however, submarine sandwich has more vitamin B1, manganese, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for skipjack tuna is 90% higher.
- Submarine sandwich has 10 times less vitamin B12 than skipjack tuna. Skipjack tuna has 2.19µg of vitamin B12, while submarine sandwich has 0.22µg.
- Skipjack tuna is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Fast foods, submarine sandwich, cold cut on white bread with lettuce and tomato.
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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 | +120% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +85.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +154.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +135.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +362.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1763.2% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +333.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +383.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +895.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +802.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +560% |
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:
10.52 g
Fats:
10.04 g
Carbs:
20.43 g
Water:
56.51 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +168.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +228.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +678.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Water
~56.51g
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
3.554 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.927 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1429.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +378.2% |
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 | 4.323mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.19µg | 0.22µg | 82% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.981mg | 0.203mg | 60% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 19.9µg | 49% |
| Protein | 28.21g | 10.52g | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 112mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.038mg | 0.343mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 47mg | 575mg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.354mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42g | 3.554g | 14% |
| Folate | 10µg | 66µg | 14% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 171mg | 13% |
| Fats | 1.29g | 10.04g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.267mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 27mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.403g | 1.927g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.243g | 3.716g | 9% |
| Potassium | 522mg | 282mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 7.5mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.43g | 7% |
| Starch | 15.67g | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 44mg | 20mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.2g | 5% |
| Choline | 29.1mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 132kcal | 213kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.084mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 1.81mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.4g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.555mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 19.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.18g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.05mg | 1.05mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 22µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.119g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.316mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.237mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.3mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.293mg | 0.752mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.59mg | 0.491mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.835mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.101mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.453mg | 0.501mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.83mg | 0.301mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.091g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.237g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.104g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.017g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.665g | 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%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Submarine sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Submarine sandwich is cheaper (difference - $8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 528mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.134g)
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.