Sunflower seeds vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between sunflower seeds and mackerel?
- Sunflower seeds are richer in vitamin E, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphorus, and folate, yet mackerel is richer in vitamin B12 and vitamin D.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 500% higher.
- Sunflower seeds have 74 times more vitamin B1 than mackerel. Sunflower seeds have 1.48mg of vitamin B1, while mackerel has 0.02mg.
- Sunflower seeds contain less sodium.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than sunflower seeds.
We used Seeds, sunflower seed kernels, dried and Fish, mackerel, salted types in this comparison.
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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 | +441.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24% |
| Contains more IronIron | +275% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1700% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +354.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +159.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1377.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +7300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +152.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +228% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1413.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +84.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.78 g
Fats:
51.46 g
Carbs:
20 g
Water:
4.73 g
Other:
3.03 g
Protein:
18.5 g
Fats:
25.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
43 g
Other:
13.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +105% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +809.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +342.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.455 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.528 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.137 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.21 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -37.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +122.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +272.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 12µg | 500% |
| Vitamin E | 35.17mg | 2.38mg | 219% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 4450mg | 193% |
| Copper | 1.8mg | 0.1mg | 189% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 25.2µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 1006IU | 126% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.48mg | 0.02mg | 122% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.137g | 6.21g | 113% |
| Manganese | 1.95mg | 85% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.345mg | 0.41mg | 72% |
| Magnesium | 325mg | 60mg | 63% |
| Phosphorus | 660mg | 254mg | 58% |
| Folate | 227µg | 15µg | 53% |
| Iron | 5.25mg | 1.4mg | 48% |
| Fats | 51.46g | 25.1g | 41% |
| Selenium | 53µg | 73.4µg | 37% |
| Zinc | 5mg | 1.1mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 0g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.335mg | 3.3mg | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.528g | 8.32g | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.13mg | 23% | |
| Calories | 584kcal | 305kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.355mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 4.455g | 7.148g | 12% |
| Choline | 55.1mg | 101.6mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 7.8µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 20g | 0g | 7% |
| Protein | 20.78g | 18.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 47µg | 5% |
| Potassium | 645mg | 520mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 66mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.62g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.928mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.659mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.937mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.494mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.169mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.315mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.632mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 1.619g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 2.965g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.391g | 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
146%
172%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
207%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 4441mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sunflower seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.693g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower seeds is cheaper (difference - $5.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sunflower seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.62g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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.