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Squid vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Squid and Fish sandwich

  • Squid is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Vitamin B2, Iron, Copper, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Vitamin A RAE, yet Fish sandwich is richer in Vitamin B1.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Squid is 197% higher.
  • Squid contains 34 times more Vitamin A RAE than Fish sandwich. Squid contains 203µg of Vitamin A RAE, while Fish sandwich contains 6µg.
  • Fish sandwich contains less Cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat 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.
Contains more Calcium +386.5%
Contains more Iron +622.7%
Contains more Magnesium +140%
Contains more Phosphorus +400%
Contains more Potassium +209.2%
Contains more Zinc +606.1%
Contains more Copper +1230.7%
Contains more Selenium +397.8%
Contains less Sodium -19.1%
Contains more Manganese +26.3%
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 12% 57% 18% 50% 19% 79% 14% 25% 35% 99%
Contains more Calcium +386.5%
Contains more Iron +622.7%
Contains more Magnesium +140%
Contains more Phosphorus +400%
Contains more Potassium +209.2%
Contains more Zinc +606.1%
Contains more Copper +1230.7%
Contains more Selenium +397.8%
Contains less Sodium -19.1%
Contains more Manganese +26.3%

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.
Squid
7
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Contains more Vitamin A +675.9%
Contains more Vitamin C +372.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1135%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +143.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +285.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +694.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1135.3%
Contains more Folate +91.7%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 2.15
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 6% 11% 6% 6% 53% 33% 41% 23% 17% 35% 86% 34%
Contains more Vitamin A +675.9%
Contains more Vitamin C +372.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1135%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +143.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +285.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +694.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1135.3%
Contains more Folate +91.7%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 2.15

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +215.6%
Contains more Water +26.2%
Contains more Other +57.7%
Contains more Fats +789.3%
Contains more Carbs +1527.4%
32% 61% 3%
Protein: 32.48 g
Fats: 1.4 g
Carbs: 1.64 g
Water: 61.12 g
Other: 3.36 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 Protein +215.6%
Contains more Water +26.2%
Contains more Other +57.7%
Contains more Fats +789.3%
Contains more Carbs +1527.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -87.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1501.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2234.7%
35% 24% 40%
Saturated Fat: 0.236 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.162 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.268 g
18% 24% 58%
Saturated Fat: 1.949 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 6.257 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -87.9%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1501.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +2234.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Squid Fish sandwich Opinion
Net carbs 1.64g 25.69g Fish sandwich
Protein 32.48g 10.29g Squid
Fats 1.4g 12.45g Fish sandwich
Carbs 1.64g 26.69g Fish sandwich
Calories 158kcal 257kcal Fish sandwich
Fructose 1.47g Fish sandwich
Sugar 3.53g Squid
Fiber 0g 1g Fish sandwich
Calcium 180mg 37mg Squid
Iron 10.84mg 1.5mg Squid
Magnesium 60mg 25mg Squid
Phosphorus 580mg 116mg Squid
Potassium 637mg 206mg Squid
Sodium 744mg 602mg Fish sandwich
Zinc 3.46mg 0.49mg Squid
Copper 0.998mg 0.075mg Squid
Manganese 0.209mg 0.264mg Fish sandwich
Selenium 89.6µg 18µg Squid
Vitamin A 675IU 87IU Squid
Vitamin A RAE 203µg 6µg Squid
Vitamin E 0.55mg Fish sandwich
Vitamin D 9IU Fish sandwich
Vitamin D 0.2µg Fish sandwich
Vitamin C 8.5mg 1.8mg Squid
Vitamin B1 0.017mg 0.21mg Fish sandwich
Vitamin B2 1.729mg 0.14mg Squid
Vitamin B3 2.189mg 2.15mg Squid
Vitamin B5 0.9mg 0.37mg Squid
Vitamin B6 0.27mg 0.07mg Squid
Folate 24µg 46µg Fish sandwich
Vitamin B12 5.4µg 0.68µg Squid
Vitamin K 13.6µg Fish sandwich
Tryptophan 0.364mg Squid
Threonine 1.398mg Squid
Isoleucine 1.414mg Squid
Leucine 2.287mg Squid
Lysine 2.427mg Squid
Methionine 0.733mg Squid
Phenylalanine 1.164mg Squid
Valine 1.419mg Squid
Histidine 0.624mg Squid
Cholesterol 224mg 35mg Fish sandwich
Trans Fat 0.08g Squid
Saturated Fat 0.236g 1.949g Squid
Omega-3 - DHA 0.132g 0.064g Squid
Omega-3 - EPA 0.078g 0.029g Squid
Omega-3 - DPA 0.012g 0.003g Squid
Monounsaturated Fat 0.162g 2.595g Fish sandwich
Polyunsaturated fat 0.268g 6.257g Fish sandwich
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g Fish sandwich
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.561g Fish sandwich
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g Fish sandwich
Omega-3 - ALA 0.489g Fish sandwich
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g Fish sandwich
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g Fish sandwich

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Squid Fish sandwich
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
29%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
185%
Squid
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Squid
Squid is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.53g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Squid
Squid is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.713g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

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 - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172010/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.