Sockeye salmon vs. Lobster — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Sockeye salmon and Lobster
- Sockeye salmon is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, and Phosphorus, yet Lobster is richer in Copper, Selenium, and Zinc.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Lobster is 164% higher.
- Sockeye salmon contains 670 times more Vitamin D than Lobster. Sockeye salmon contains 670IU of Vitamin D, while Lobster contains 1IU.
- Sockeye salmon contains less Cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Fish, salmon, sockeye, cooked, dry heat and Crustaceans, lobster, northern, cooked, moist 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.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +89.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +79.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +19.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +772.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1939.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +636.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +105.9% |
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 | +4725% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +582.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1347.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +453.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +595% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +212.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +39.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +30.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +57.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
26.48 g
Fats:
5.57 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
67.33 g
Other:
0.62 g
Protein:
19 g
Fats:
0.86 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
78.11 g
Other:
2.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +547.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +227.4% |
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Carbs
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.969 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.864 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.327 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.208 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.253 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.34 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +636.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +290.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 156kcal | 89kcal |
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| Protein | 26.48g | 19g |
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| Fats | 5.57g | 0.86g |
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| Cholesterol | 61mg | 146mg |
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| Vitamin D | 670IU | 1IU |
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| Magnesium | 36mg | 43mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 96mg |
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| Potassium | 436mg | 230mg |
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| Iron | 0.52mg | 0.29mg |
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| Copper | 0.076mg | 1.55mg |
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| Zinc | 0.55mg | 4.05mg |
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| Phosphorus | 305mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 92mg | 486mg |
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| Vitamin A | 193IU | 4IU |
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| Vitamin A | 58µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.99mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.7µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0.065mg |
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| Selenium | 35.5µg | 73.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.157mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.246mg | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 10.123mg | 1.83mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.274mg | 1.667mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.827mg | 0.119mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.47µg | 1.43µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 7µg | 11µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.023g | 0.013g |
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| Choline | 112.6mg | 80.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.969g | 0.208g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.864g | 0.253g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.327g | 0.34g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.335mg | 0.248mg |
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| Threonine | 1.247mg | 0.753mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.274mg | 0.832mg |
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| Leucine | 2.185mg | 1.376mg |
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| Lysine | 2.574mg | 1.426mg |
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| Methionine | 0.858mg | 0.475mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0.782mg |
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| Valine | 1.461mg | 0.852mg |
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| Histidine | 0.711mg | 0.475mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.299g | 0.117g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.56g | 0.078g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.093g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
132%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
127%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sockeye salmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sockeye salmon contains less Sodium (difference - 394mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sockeye salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lobster is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.761g)
Which food is cheaper?
Lobster is cheaper (difference - $13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lobster is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)