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Squid as food vs. Milkfish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Squid as food and Milkfish

  • Squid as food has more Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B2, Copper, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, and Zinc, while Milkfish has more Vitamin B3.
  • Squid as food's daily need coverage for Selenium is 133% higher.
  • Milkfish contains 26 times less Iron than Squid as food. Squid as food contains 10.84mg of Iron, while Milkfish contains 0.41mg.
  • The amount of Sodium in Milkfish is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Fish, milkfish, 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.
Contains more Calcium +176.9%
Contains more Iron +2543.9%
Contains more Magnesium +57.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +178.8%
Contains more Potassium +70.3%
Contains more Zinc +229.5%
Contains more Copper +2168.2%
Contains more Manganese +703.8%
Contains more Selenium +453.1%
Contains less Sodium -87.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 54% 407% 43% 249% 57% 98% 95% 333% 28% 489%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 20% 16% 28% 90% 33% 12% 29% 15% 4% 89%
Contains more Calcium +176.9%
Contains more Iron +2543.9%
Contains more Magnesium +57.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +178.8%
Contains more Potassium +70.3%
Contains more Zinc +229.5%
Contains more Copper +2168.2%
Contains more Manganese +703.8%
Contains more Selenium +453.1%
Contains less Sodium -87.6%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +519.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +2405.8%
Contains more Folate +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +65.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +277.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +80.7%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.016
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.865
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 41% 0% 0% 29% 5% 399% 42% 54% 63% 18% 676% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 7% 0% 0% 0% 4% 16% 155% 52% 113% 14% 409% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +519.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +2405.8%
Contains more Folate +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +65.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +277.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +80.7%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.016
Equal in Vitamin B5 - 0.865

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +23.4%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +38.8%
Contains more Fats +516.4%
Equal in Water - 62.63
32% 61% 3%
Protein: 32.48 g
Fats: 1.4 g
Carbs: 1.64 g
Water: 61.12 g
Other: 3.36 g
26% 9% 63% 2%
Protein: 26.32 g
Fats: 8.63 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 62.63 g
Other: 2.42 g
Contains more Protein +23.4%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +38.8%
Contains more Fats +516.4%
Equal in Water - 62.63

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Squid as food Milkfish
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Squid as food Milkfish Opinion
Net carbs 1.64g 0g Squid as food
Protein 32.48g 26.32g Squid as food
Fats 1.4g 8.63g Milkfish
Carbs 1.64g 0g Squid as food
Calories 158kcal 190kcal Milkfish
Calcium 180mg 65mg Squid as food
Iron 10.84mg 0.41mg Squid as food
Magnesium 60mg 38mg Squid as food
Phosphorus 580mg 208mg Squid as food
Potassium 637mg 374mg Squid as food
Sodium 744mg 92mg Milkfish
Zinc 3.46mg 1.05mg Squid as food
Copper 0.998mg 0.044mg Squid as food
Manganese 0.209mg 0.026mg Squid as food
Selenium 89.6µg 16.2µg Squid as food
Vitamin A 675IU 109IU Squid as food
Vitamin A RAE 203µg 33µg Squid as food
Vitamin C 8.5mg 0mg Squid as food
Vitamin B1 0.017mg 0.016mg Squid as food
Vitamin B2 1.729mg 0.069mg Squid as food
Vitamin B3 2.189mg 8.256mg Milkfish
Vitamin B5 0.9mg 0.865mg Squid as food
Vitamin B6 0.27mg 0.488mg Milkfish
Folate 24µg 18µg Squid as food
Vitamin B12 5.4µg 3.27µg Squid as food
Tryptophan 0.364mg 0.295mg Squid as food
Threonine 1.398mg 1.154mg Squid as food
Isoleucine 1.414mg 1.213mg Squid as food
Leucine 2.287mg 2.139mg Squid as food
Lysine 2.427mg 2.417mg Squid as food
Methionine 0.733mg 0.779mg Milkfish
Phenylalanine 1.164mg 1.028mg Squid as food
Valine 1.419mg 1.356mg Squid as food
Histidine 0.624mg 0.775mg Milkfish
Cholesterol 224mg 67mg Milkfish
Saturated Fat 0.236g Milkfish
Omega-3 - DHA 0.132g Squid as food
Omega-3 - EPA 0.078g Squid as food
Omega-3 - DPA 0.012g Squid as food
Monounsaturated Fat 0.162g Squid as food
Polyunsaturated fat 0.268g Squid as food

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Squid as food Milkfish
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
110%
Squid as food
64%
Milkfish
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
185%
Squid as food
33%
Milkfish

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid as food
Squid as food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid as food
Squid as food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Squid as food
Squid as food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Milkfish
Milkfish contains less Sodium (difference - 652mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Milkfish
Milkfish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 157mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Milkfish
Milkfish is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.236g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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. Squid as food - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172010/nutrients
  2. Milkfish - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171995/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.