Tuna Bluefin vs. Skipjack tuna — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tuna Bluefin and skipjack tuna different?
- Tuna Bluefin is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, and phosphorus, while skipjack tuna is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Tuna Bluefin covers your daily need for vitamin B12 362% more than skipjack tuna.
- Tuna Bluefin contains 42 times more Vitamin A than skipjack tuna. Tuna Bluefin contains 757µg of Vitamin A, while skipjack tuna contains 18µg.
- Skipjack tuna is lower in saturated Fat.
Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat and Fish, tuna, skipjack, fresh, cooked, dry heat 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 | +45.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +270% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36.4% |
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 | +4100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +631.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +150.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +182.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +396.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +78% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
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:
28.21 g
Fats:
1.29 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
62.28 g
Other:
8.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +386.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~28.21g
~equal in
Carbs
~0g
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Water
~62.28g
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
0.42 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.243 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.403 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +744.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +357.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -73.9% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 184kcal | 132kcal |
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| Protein | 29.91g | 28.21g |
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| Fats | 6.28g | 1.29g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1mg |
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| Cholesterol | 49mg | 60mg |
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| Magnesium | 64mg | 44mg |
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| Calcium | 10mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 323mg | 522mg |
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| Iron | 1.31mg | 1.6mg |
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| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.11mg | |
| Zinc | 0.77mg | 1.05mg |
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| Phosphorus | 326mg | 285mg |
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| Sodium | 50mg | 47mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2520IU | 60IU |
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| Vitamin A | 757µg | 18µg |
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| Manganese | 0.02mg | 0.019mg |
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| Selenium | 46.8µg | 46.8µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.278mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.306mg | 0.122mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 10.54mg | 18.756mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.37mg | 0.485mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.525mg | 0.981mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 10.88µg | 2.19µg |
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| Folate | 2µg | 10µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.612g | 0.42g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.053g | 0.243g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.844g | 0.403g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.335mg | 0.316mg |
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| Threonine | 1.311mg | 1.237mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.378mg | 1.3mg |
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| Leucine | 2.431mg | 2.293mg |
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| Lysine | 2.747mg | 2.59mg |
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| Methionine | 0.885mg | 0.835mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.168mg | 1.101mg |
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| Valine | 1.541mg | 1.453mg |
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| Histidine | 0.88mg | 0.83mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.363g | 0.091g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.141g | 0.237g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.16g | 0.017g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Carbs diet | Equal | |
| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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
158%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna Bluefin is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skipjack tuna contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Skipjack tuna is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.192g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.