Smelt vs. Atlantic Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Smelt and Atlantic Mackerel?
- Smelt is richer in Manganese, Zinc, Copper, and Phosphorus, yet Atlantic Mackerel is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2.
- Atlantic Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 197% higher.
- Smelt has 60 times more Manganese than Atlantic Mackerel. Smelt has 0.9mg of Manganese, while Atlantic Mackerel has 0.015mg.
- Smelt contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Fish, smelt, rainbow, cooked, dry heat and Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, 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 CalciumCalcium | +541.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +143.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +236.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5900% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.7% |
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 FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +187.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1660% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +113.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +414.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +134.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +119.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.6 g
Fats:
3.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.79 g
Other:
1.51 g
Protein:
18.6 g
Fats:
13.89 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
63.55 g
Other:
3.96 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +348.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +162.3% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.579 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.135 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.257 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.456 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.35 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -82.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +563.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +195.2% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 124kcal | 205kcal |
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| Protein | 22.6g | 18.6g |
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| Fats | 3.1g | 13.89g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg |
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| Cholesterol | 90mg | 70mg |
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| Vitamin D | 643IU |
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| Magnesium | 38mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 77mg | 12mg |
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| Potassium | 372mg | 314mg |
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| Iron | 1.15mg | 1.63mg |
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| Copper | 0.178mg | 0.073mg |
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| Zinc | 2.12mg | 0.63mg |
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| Phosphorus | 295mg | 217mg |
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| Sodium | 77mg | 90mg |
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| Vitamin A | 58IU | 167IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 17µg | 50µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.52mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.9mg | 0.015mg |
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| Selenium | 46.8µg | 44.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.176mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.312mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.766mg | 9.08mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.74mg | 0.856mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.399mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.97µg | 8.71µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5µg |
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| Folate | 5µg | 1µg |
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| Choline | 65mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.579g | 3.257g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.822g | 5.456g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.135g | 3.35g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.253mg | 0.208mg |
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| Threonine | 0.991mg | 0.815mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.041mg | 0.857mg |
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| Leucine | 1.837mg | 1.512mg |
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| Lysine | 2.076mg | 1.708mg |
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| Methionine | 0.669mg | 0.551mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.882mg | 0.726mg |
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| Valine | 1.164mg | 0.958mg |
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| Histidine | 0.665mg | 0.548mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.353g | 0.898g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.536g | 1.401g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.023g | 0.212g |
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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
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161%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Smelt is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smelt contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Smelt is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.678g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smelt is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Smelt is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Atlantic Mackerel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Atlantic Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Atlantic Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins