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Spread vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between spread and fish sandwiches

  • Spread has more vitamin A, vitamin E, and monounsaturated fat; however, fish sandwiches are richer in phosphorus, potassium, and polyunsaturated fat.
  • Spread covers your daily vitamin A needs 88% more than fish sandwiches.
  • Fish sandwiches have 3 times less vitamin E than spread. Spread has 1.7mg of vitamin E, while fish sandwiches have 0.55mg.
  • Fish sandwiches contain less sodium.
  • Fish sandwiches have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of fish sandwiches is 56, while the glycemic index of spread is 0.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Margarine-like spread, SMART BEAT Super Light without saturated fat 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.
Spread
0
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 1.1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 98% 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 more PotassiumPotassium +1616.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +∞%
Contains less SodiumSodium -20.3%

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.
Spread
1
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% 0% 34% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 31% 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 EVitamin E +209.1%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +10.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Spread
2
17% 81% 2%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 17.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 80.83 g
Other: 2.07 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 FatsFats +37.3%
Contains more WaterWater +66.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
~equal in Other ~2.13g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Spread
1
16% 55% 29%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.22 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 7.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.98 g
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +192.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -12.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +57.2%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Spread Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Selenium 18µg 33%
Vitamin B12 0.68µg 28%
Protein 0g 10.29g 21%
Iron 1.5mg 19%
Vitamin B1 0.21mg 18%
Phosphorus 0mg 116mg 17%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.98g 6.257g 15%
Vitamin B3 2.15mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 7.6g 2.595g 13%
Folate 46µg 12%
Cholesterol 0mg 35mg 12%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg 11%
Manganese 0.264mg 11%
Carbs 0g 26.69g 9%
Copper 0.075mg 8%
Vitamin E 1.7mg 0.55mg 8%
Fats 17.1g 12.45g 7%
Vitamin B5 0.37mg 7%
Sodium 755mg 602mg 7%
Potassium 12mg 206mg 6%
Magnesium 25mg 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg 5%
Calories 158kcal 257kcal 5%
Zinc 0.49mg 4%
Fiber 0g 1g 4%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Vitamin C 1.8mg 2%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Saturated fat 2.22g 1.949g 1%
Vitamin A 6µg 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin D 9IU 1%
Vitamin K 12.3µg 13.6µg 1%
Net carbs 0g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 0g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 2.45g 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
Spread 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
5%
Spread
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Spread
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spread
Spread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spread
Spread is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spread
Spread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 153mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.271g)
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. Spread - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173608/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.