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Smoothie vs. Tuna Bluefin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between smoothie and tuna Bluefin

  • Smoothie is higher in vitamin C, yet tuna Bluefin is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, vitamin A, vitamin B6, iron, and potassium.
  • Tuna Bluefin covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 443% more than smoothie.
  • The glycemic index of tuna Bluefin is lower.

Food varieties used in this article are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat.

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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 46% 3% 29% 49% 37% 21% 140% 6.5% 2.6% 255%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +310%
Contains less SodiumSodium -42%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1245.8%
Contains more IronIron +773.3%

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 0% 252% 0% 0% 70% 71% 198% 82% 121% 1360% 0% 1.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1191.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +540.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +4433.3%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

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
30% 6% 59% 5%
Protein: 29.91 g
Fats: 6.28 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.09 g
Other: 4.72 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +52.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +2351.6%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +1288.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Smoothie Tuna Bluefin DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0.24µg 10.88µg 443%
Selenium 46.8µg 85%
Vitamin A 757µg 84%
Vitamin B3 0.816mg 10.54mg 61%
Protein 1.22g 29.91g 57%
Phosphorus 326mg 47%
Vitamin B6 0.082mg 0.525mg 34%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 0mg 27%
Vitamin B5 1.37mg 27%
Vitamin B2 0.306mg 24%
Vitamin B1 0.278mg 23%
Cholesterol 0mg 49mg 16%
Iron 0.15mg 1.31mg 15%
Magnesium 64mg 15%
Copper 0.11mg 12%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.844g 12%
Fats 0g 6.28g 10%
Potassium 24mg 323mg 9%
Saturated fat 0g 1.612g 7%
Calories 37kcal 184kcal 7%
Zinc 0.77mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.053g 5%
Calcium 41mg 10mg 3%
Carbs 8.16g 0g 3%
Manganese 0.02mg 1%
Sodium 29mg 50mg 1%
Folate 2µg 1%
Net carbs 8.16g 0g N/A
Sugar 7.35g N/A
Tryptophan 0.335mg 0%
Threonine 1.311mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.378mg 0%
Leucine 2.431mg 0%
Lysine 2.747mg 0%
Methionine 0.885mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.168mg 0%
Valine 1.541mg 0%
Histidine 0.88mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.363g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 1.141g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.16g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Smoothie Tuna Bluefin
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
166%
Tuna Bluefin
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Smoothie
59%
Tuna Bluefin

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Smoothie
Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Smoothie
Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.612g)
Which food is cheaper?
Smoothie
Smoothie is cheaper (difference - $7)

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. Tuna Bluefin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173707/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.