Swordfish vs. Chinook salmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Swordfish and Chinook salmon
- Swordfish is higher in Selenium, and Vitamin B6, however, Chinook salmon is richer in Vitamin B12, Magnesium, Vitamin A, Phosphorus, Vitamin B5, Folate, and Vitamin B2.
- Chinook salmon's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 52% higher.
- Swordfish has less Saturated Fat.
The food types used in this comparison are Fish, swordfish, cooked, dry heat and Fish, salmon, chinook, 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 ZincZinc | +39.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +248.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +366.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +102.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +102.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +284.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +77.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1650% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.45 g
Fats:
7.93 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.26 g
Other:
0.36 g
Protein:
25.72 g
Fats:
13.38 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.6 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +-107.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +68.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~25.72g
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Carbs
~0g
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Water
~65.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.911 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.368 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.214 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.742 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.662 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +62% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +94.6% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 172kcal | 231kcal |
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| Protein | 23.45g | 25.72g |
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| Fats | 7.93g | 13.38g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 4.1mg |
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| Cholesterol | 78mg | 85mg |
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| Vitamin D | 666IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 122mg |
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| Calcium | 6mg | 28mg |
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| Potassium | 499mg | 505mg |
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| Iron | 0.45mg | 0.91mg |
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| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.78mg | 0.56mg |
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| Phosphorus | 304mg | 371mg |
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| Sodium | 97mg | 60mg |
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| Vitamin A | 129IU | 496IU |
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| Vitamin A | 43µg | 149µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 16.6µg |
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| Manganese | 0.013mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 68.5µg | 46.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.089mg | 0.044mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.063mg | 0.154mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.254mg | 10.045mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.417mg | 0.865mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.615mg | 0.462mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.62µg | 2.87µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 35µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.056g |
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| Choline | 77.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.911g | 3.214g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.544g | 5.742g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.368g | 2.662g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.265mg | 0.288mg |
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| Threonine | 1.035mg | 1.127mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.088mg | 1.185mg |
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| Leucine | 1.919mg | 2.09mg |
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| Lysine | 2.168mg | 2.362mg |
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| Methionine | 0.699mg | 0.761mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.922mg | 1.004mg |
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| Valine | 1.216mg | 1.325mg |
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| Histidine | 0.695mg | 0.757mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.127g | 1.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.772g | 0.727g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.168g | 0.296g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.022g |
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
91%
63%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Swordfish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Swordfish is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.303g)
Which food is cheaper?
Swordfish is cheaper (difference - $15)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinook salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinook salmon contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinook salmon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.