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Smoothie vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between smoothie and fish sandwiches

  • Smoothie has more vitamin C; however, fish sandwiches have more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, and potassium.
  • Smoothie's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 25% more.
  • Smoothie has 2 times more sugar than fish sandwiches. Smoothie has 7.35g of sugar, while fish sandwiches have 3.53g.
  • Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index than smoothie.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 12% 2.1% 5.6% 0% 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains less SodiumSodium -95.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +758.3%
Contains more IronIron +900%
~equal in Calcium ~37mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 82% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 0% 19% 30% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1261.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +17.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +163.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +183.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 90%
Protein: 1.22 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 8.16 g
Water: 90.28 g
Other: 0.34 g
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more WaterWater +86.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +743.4%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +227.1%
Contains more OtherOther +526.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Smoothie Fish sandwich
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 6.257g 42%
Selenium 18µg 33%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 1.8mg 25%
Sodium 29mg 602mg 25%
Fats 0g 12.45g 19%
Vitamin B1 0.21mg 18%
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 0.68µg 18%
Protein 1.22g 10.29g 18%
Phosphorus 116mg 17%
Iron 0.15mg 1.5mg 17%
Folate 46µg 12%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Vitamin K 13.6µg 11%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg 11%
Manganese 0.264mg 11%
Calories 37kcal 257kcal 11%
Saturated fat 0g 1.949g 9%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 2.15mg 8%
Copper 0.075mg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.37mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.595g 6%
Carbs 8.16g 26.69g 6%
Magnesium 25mg 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Potassium 24mg 206mg 5%
Zinc 0.49mg 4%
Fiber 0g 1g 4%
Vitamin E 0.55mg 4%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.07mg 1%
Vitamin D 9IU 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin A 6µg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 25.69g N/A
Calcium 41mg 37mg 0%
Sugar 7.35g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.08g N/A
Omega-3 - EPA 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Fish sandwich
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
11%
Smoothie
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 573mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.949g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.82g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Smoothie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174829/nutrients
  2. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.