Taro vs. Pollock — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taro and pollock
- Taro is higher in fiber, manganese, and vitamin E, yet pollock is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin B2.
- Pollock covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 153% more than taro.
- The amount of sodium in taro is lower.
- The glycemic index of pollock is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Taro, raw and Fish, pollock, Alaska, cooked, dry heat (may have been previously frozen).
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +37.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +186.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2027.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +145.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +67.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +147.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +217.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6200% |
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 | +750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +792% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +558.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +42.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +429.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1465.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +490% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.8% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +737.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +602.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.66µg | 153% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 44.1µg | 79% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 23.48g | 44% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 86mg | 29% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 267mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 3.949mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 419mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.018mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 0g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.223mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 0.28mg | 14% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 91.6mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.06mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 81mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 0g | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.3µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 51IU | 6% |
| Folate | 22µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 430mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.329mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.432mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.054mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.57mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 72mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0.583g | 3% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 1.18g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 17µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0.159g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 111kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.56mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.134g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.263mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 1.029mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 1.082mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 1.908mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 2.157mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.696mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 1.21mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.691mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.086g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.423g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.027g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 86mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 408mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.118g)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pollock is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pollock is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pollock is relatively richer in minerals
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.