Squid vs. Monterey Jack — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between squid and monterey Jack
- Squid is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, iron, copper, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and potassium, yet monterey Jack is richer in calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for squid is 190% higher.
- Squid contains 31 times more copper than monterey Jack. Squid contains 0.998mg of copper, while monterey Jack contains 0.032mg.
- Monterey Jack contains less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat and Cheese, monterey.
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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 | +122.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +686.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1405.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3018.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1800% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +517.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +314.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +343.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2253.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +241.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +550.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
32.48 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
1.64 g
Water:
61.12 g
Other:
3.36 g
Protein:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +141.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2062.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.236 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.162 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.268 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5301.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +235.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 5.4µg | 0.83µg | 190% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 14.5µg | 137% |
| Iron | 10.84mg | 0.72mg | 127% |
| Copper | 0.998mg | 0.032mg | 107% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.729mg | 0.39mg | 103% |
| Saturated fat | 0.236g | 19.066g | 86% |
| Calcium | 180mg | 746mg | 57% |
| Cholesterol | 224mg | 89mg | 45% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 30.28g | 44% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.162g | 8.751g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 580mg | 444mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 637mg | 81mg | 16% |
| Protein | 32.48g | 24.48g | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27mg | 0.079mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.9mg | 0.21mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.189mg | 0.093mg | 13% |
| Calories | 158kcal | 373kcal | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 0.011mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8.5mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 27mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 744mg | 600mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.268g | 0.899g | 4% |
| Zinc | 3.46mg | 3mg | 4% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 24µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 203µg | 198µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.64g | 0.68g | N/A |
| Carbs | 1.64g | 0.68g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.364mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.398mg | 0.871mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.414mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.287mg | 2.344mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.427mg | 2.037mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.733mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.164mg | 1.289mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.419mg | 1.635mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.624mg | 0.859mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.078g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.132g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.012g | 0g | N/A |
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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
104%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
185%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Squid is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Squid is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.83g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Squid is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Squid is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Monterey Jack is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 135mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Monterey Jack contains less Sodium (difference - 144mg)