Tuna Bluefin vs. Penne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tuna Bluefin and penne
- Tuna Bluefin is richer in vitamin A, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, potassium, and polyunsaturated fat, yet penne is richer in fiber and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for tuna Bluefin is 50% higher.
- Tuna Bluefin contains 5 times more polyunsaturated fat than penne. Tuna Bluefin contains 1.844g of polyunsaturated fat, while penne contains 0.4g.
- Penne contains less cholesterol.
- Tuna Bluefin has a lower glycemic index than penne.
Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat and KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared.
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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 | +113.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +164.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +63.8% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +176.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.8% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +790% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
29.91 g
Fats:
6.28 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
4.72 g
Protein:
5.7 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
16.8 g
Water:
72.4 g
Other:
1.1 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +424.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +57% |
Contains more OtherOther | +329.1% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more WaterWater | +22.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.612 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.844 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.3 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.9% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +105.3% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +361% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 10.88µg | 453% | |
Selenium | 46.8µg | 85% | |
Vitamin A | 757µg | 84% | |
Vitamin B3 | 10.54mg | 66% | |
Protein | 29.91g | 5.7g | 48% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.525mg | 40% | |
Phosphorus | 326mg | 118mg | 30% |
Vitamin B5 | 1.37mg | 27% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.306mg | 24% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.278mg | 23% | |
Cholesterol | 49mg | 12mg | 12% |
Copper | 0.11mg | 12% | |
Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.844g | 0.4g | 10% |
Sodium | 50mg | 248mg | 9% |
Calcium | 10mg | 89mg | 8% |
Magnesium | 64mg | 30mg | 8% |
Potassium | 323mg | 122mg | 6% |
Iron | 1.31mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
Carbs | 0g | 16.8g | 6% |
Fats | 6.28g | 4g | 4% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.053g | 1g | 3% |
Saturated fat | 1.612g | 2.3g | 3% |
Calories | 184kcal | 126kcal | 3% |
Zinc | 0.77mg | 1.1mg | 3% |
Manganese | 0.02mg | 1% | |
Folate | 2µg | 1% | |
Net carbs | 0g | 14.1g | N/A |
Sugar | 1.9g | N/A | |
Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.335mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 1.311mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 1.378mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 2.431mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 2.747mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.885mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 1.168mg | 0% | |
Valine | 1.541mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.88mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.363g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 1.141g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.16g | 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
166%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%

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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Tuna Bluefin is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Tuna Bluefin contains less Sodium (difference - 198mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Tuna Bluefin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.688g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Penne is cheaper (difference - $7)