Taro vs. Shark raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Summary of differences between taro and shark raw
- Taro has more fiber, manganese, copper, potassium, and vitamin E; however, shark raw is higher in selenium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
- Shark raw covers your daily need for selenium, 65% more than taro.
- The glycemic index of taro is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Taro, raw and Fish, shark, mixed species, raw.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 CalciumCalcium | +26.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +269.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +421.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2453.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +48.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5114.3% |
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 | +138% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +126.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1650% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +148% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +389.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +129.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +41.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +275.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1298.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2155% |
~equal in
Water
~73.58g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1339.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 36.5µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.49µg | 62% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 20.98g | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 210mg | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 51mg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.015mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 0g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.033mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 2.938mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 160mg | 13% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 65mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.4mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 0g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 1mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.695mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 1.195g | 7% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 4.51g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 70µg | 7% |
| Folate | 22µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.042mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0.925g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.84mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 1.808g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 49mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 79mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.062mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 24IU | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.43mg | 2% |
| Calories | 112kcal | 130kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 34mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0.235mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0.92mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.967mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 1.705mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 1.926mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.621mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0.819mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 1.081mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0.618mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.316g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.527g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.109g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
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%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taro is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.884g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shark raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
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.