Sockeye salmon vs. Potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sockeye salmon and potatoes different?
- Sockeye salmon is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and choline, while potatoes are higher in vitamin C.
- Sockeye salmon covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 186% more than potatoes.
- Potatoes are lower in cholesterol.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index (86) than sockeye salmon (0).
Fish, salmon, sockeye, cooked, dry heat and Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw types were used in this article.
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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 | +56.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +83.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +435.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +8775% |
| Contains more IronIron | +55.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1438.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +9800% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +93.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +668.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +854.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +331.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +177.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +830.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +114.3% |
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:
2.05 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
17.49 g
Water:
79.25 g
Other:
1.12 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1191.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6088.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.6% |
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
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +93100% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3059.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 4.47µg | 0µg | 186% |
| Vitamin D | 670IU | 0IU | 84% |
| Vitamin D | 16.7µg | 0µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 35.5µg | 0.4µg | 64% |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.123mg | 1.061mg | 57% |
| Protein | 26.48g | 2.05g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.827mg | 0.298mg | 41% |
| Phosphorus | 305mg | 57mg | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.274mg | 0.295mg | 20% |
| Choline | 112.6mg | 12.1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.246mg | 0.032mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.327g | 0.042g | 9% |
| Fats | 5.57g | 0.09g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.1g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.99mg | 0.01mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.157mg | 0.081mg | 6% |
| Starch | 0g | 15.29g | 6% |
| Carbs | 0g | 17.49g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 58µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.864g | 0.002g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.969g | 0.025g | 4% |
| Calories | 156kcal | 77kcal | 4% |
| Sodium | 92mg | 6mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.11mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.52mg | 0.81mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.55mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Folate | 7µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 15.39g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 425mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.82g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.023g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.335mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.247mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.274mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.185mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.574mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.858mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0.081mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.461mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.711mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.26g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.299g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.56g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.093g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.019g | N/A |
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
113%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sockeye salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.82g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sockeye salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 86)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sockeye salmon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 61mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 86mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.944g)
Which food is cheaper?
Potato is cheaper (difference - $12.8)
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.