Tuna salad vs. Baked beans — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tuna salad and baked beans
- Tuna salad has more selenium, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B3, and phosphorus; however, baked beans are higher in fiber, iron, folate, manganese, vitamin B1, and magnesium.
- Tuna salad covers your daily need for selenium, 65% more than baked beans.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fish, tuna salad and Beans, baked, home prepared.
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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 | +63.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +622.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +126.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +258.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +101.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +99% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +537.5% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1542.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +338.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +11.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
5.54 g
Fats:
5.15 g
Carbs:
21.63 g
Water:
65.17 g
Other:
2.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +189.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +79.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +129.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.8% |
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Water
~65.17g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.133 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.74 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +35.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +457% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 5.7µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0µg | 50% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 0.408mg | 39% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.74g | 23% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5.5g | 22% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 5.54g | 21% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.99mg | 12% |
| Folate | 8µg | 48µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 109mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.255mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.136mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 43mg | 6% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 5.15g | 6% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 358mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 61mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 21.63g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 1.948g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 2.133g | 2% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 155kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.155mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.73mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.159mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 422mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 16.13g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0.428mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.282mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.153mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | N/A |
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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
27%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
39%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna salad contains less Sodium (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.404g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Baked beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Baked beans 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.