Tuna Bluefin vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tuna Bluefin and saffron
- Tuna Bluefin is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, and vitamin A, yet saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B6.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 1234% more than tuna Bluefin.
- The glycemic index of tuna Bluefin is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat and Spices, saffron.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +735.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +312.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1010% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +433.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +747.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +198.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +141940% |
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 | +2703.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +141.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +621.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +92.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +4550% |
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:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +161.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +396.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.5% |
~equal in
Fats
~5.85g
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
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +378.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12.1% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.586g
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 |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.02mg | 28.408mg | 1234% |
| Vitamin B12 | 10.88µg | 0µg | 453% |
| Iron | 1.31mg | 11.1mg | 122% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
| Vitamin A | 757µg | 27µg | 81% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 5.6µg | 75% |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.54mg | 1.46mg | 57% |
| Magnesium | 64mg | 264mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 1724mg | 41% |
| Protein | 29.91g | 11.43g | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.525mg | 1.01mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.37mg | 27% | |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.328mg | 24% |
| Folate | 2µg | 93µg | 23% |
| Carbs | 0g | 65.37g | 22% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.278mg | 0.115mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 326mg | 252mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Calories | 184kcal | 310kcal | 6% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 148mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.053g | 0.429g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.306mg | 0.267mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.77mg | 1.09mg | 3% |
| Fats | 6.28g | 5.85g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.844g | 2.067g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 1.612g | 1.586g | 0% |
| 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.141g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.16g | 0.006g | 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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna Bluefin contains less Sodium (difference - 98mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.026g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $4.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.