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Surimi vs. Shad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Surimi and Shad

  • Surimi is richer in Vitamin B12, yet Shad is richer in Vitamin B3, Selenium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B1, Iron, and Potassium.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Shad is 66% higher.
  • Surimi contains 11 times more Vitamin B12 than Shad. Surimi contains 1.6µg of Vitamin B12, while Shad contains 0.14µg.
  • Surimi contains less Cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Fish, surimi and Fish, shad, american, 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.
Surimi
Surimi
1
:
9
Shad
Shad
Contains more Magnesium +13.2%
Contains more Calcium +566.7%
Contains more Iron +376.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +23.8%
Contains more Potassium +339.3%
Contains less Sodium -54.5%
Contains more Zinc +42.4%
Contains more Copper +156.3%
Contains more Manganese +390.9%
Contains more Selenium +66.5%
Surimi
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 10% 31% 121% 10% 19% 10% 11% 2% 154%
Shad
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 18% 47% 28% 150% 44% 9% 13% 28% 8% 256%
Contains more Magnesium +13.2%
Contains more Calcium +566.7%
Contains more Iron +376.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +23.8%
Contains more Potassium +339.3%
Contains less Sodium -54.5%
Contains more Zinc +42.4%
Contains more Copper +156.3%
Contains more Manganese +390.9%
Contains more Selenium +66.5%

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.
Surimi
Surimi
3
:
7
Shad
Shad
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1042.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +79.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +815%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1366.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +4795%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1135.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1440%
Contains more Folate +750%
Surimi
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 5% 13% 0% 0% 5% 5% 5% 5% 7% 2% 200% 1%
Shad
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 8% 0% 0% 0% 46% 72% 202% 52% 107% 13% 18% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1042.9%
Contains more Vitamin A +79.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +815%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +1366.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +4795%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +1135.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1440%
Contains more Folate +750%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Surimi
Surimi
2
:
3
Shad
Shad
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +28.9%
Contains more Protein +43%
Contains more Fats +1861.1%
Contains more Other +94.5%
Surimi
15% 7% 76%
Protein: 15.18 g
Fats: 0.9 g
Carbs: 6.85 g
Water: 76.34 g
Other: 0.73 g
Shad
22% 18% 59%
Protein: 21.71 g
Fats: 17.65 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.22 g
Other: 1.42 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +28.9%
Contains more Protein +43%
Contains more Fats +1861.1%
Contains more Other +94.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Surimi Shad Opinion
Net carbs 6.85g 0g Surimi
Protein 15.18g 21.71g Shad
Fats 0.9g 17.65g Shad
Carbs 6.85g 0g Surimi
Calories 99kcal 252kcal Shad
Calcium 9mg 60mg Shad
Iron 0.26mg 1.24mg Shad
Magnesium 43mg 38mg Surimi
Phosphorus 282mg 349mg Shad
Potassium 112mg 492mg Shad
Sodium 143mg 65mg Shad
Zinc 0.33mg 0.47mg Shad
Copper 0.032mg 0.082mg Shad
Manganese 0.011mg 0.054mg Shad
Selenium 28.1µg 46.8µg Shad
Vitamin A 67IU 120IU Shad
Vitamin A RAE 20µg 36µg Shad
Vitamin E 0.63mg Surimi
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.183mg Shad
Vitamin B2 0.021mg 0.308mg Shad
Vitamin B3 0.22mg 10.769mg Shad
Vitamin B5 0.07mg 0.865mg Shad
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.462mg Shad
Folate 2µg 17µg Shad
Vitamin B12 1.6µg 0.14µg Surimi
Vitamin K 0.1µg Surimi
Tryptophan 0.092mg 0.243mg Shad
Threonine 0.734mg 0.952mg Shad
Isoleucine 0.709mg 1mg Shad
Leucine 1.202mg 1.764mg Shad
Lysine 1.387mg 1.993mg Shad
Methionine 0.515mg 0.642mg Shad
Phenylalanine 0.595mg 0.847mg Shad
Valine 0.77mg 1.118mg Shad
Histidine 0.35mg 0.639mg Shad
Cholesterol 30mg 96mg Surimi
Saturated Fat 0.191g Shad
Omega-3 - DHA 0.241g Surimi
Omega-3 - EPA 0.157g Surimi
Omega-3 - DPA 0.014g Surimi
Monounsaturated Fat 0.149g Surimi
Polyunsaturated fat 0.443g Surimi

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Surimi Shad
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
20%
Surimi
43%
Shad
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
Surimi
60%
Shad

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Surimi
Surimi is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shad
Shad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shad
Shad contains less Sodium (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shad
Shad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.191g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shad
Shad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Shad
Shad is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shad
Shad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shad
Shad is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Surimi - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173702/nutrients
  2. Shad - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174243/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.