Taro vs. Shark fin soup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taro and shark fin soup different?
- Taro is richer in vitamin B6, fiber, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, and vitamin B1, while shark fin soup is higher in vitamin B12.
- Shark fin soup covers your daily need for sodium, 21% more than taro.
- Taro is lower in sodium.
Taro, raw and Soup, shark fin, restaurant-prepared types were used in this article.
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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 | +371.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +330% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1015.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1495.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +4400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +251.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +133.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +988.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +144.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
3.2 g
Fats:
2 g
Carbs:
3.8 g
Water:
90.13 g
Other:
0.87 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +596.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +113.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +900% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.501 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.583 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3543.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +310.8% |
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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| Sodium | 11mg | 501mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.026mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 53mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.024mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 0g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 21mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 3.8g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.19µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.108mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 7mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.027mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.94mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.82mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 10mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Fats | 0.2g | 2g | 3% |
| Folate | 22µg | 9µg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 3.2g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.13mg | 3% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 46kcal | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0.501g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0.341g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0.583g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.493mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 3.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.086g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.121g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.042g | 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
17%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 490mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.46g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark fin soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark fin soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)