Tuna salad vs. Cod — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tuna salad and cod
- Tuna salad has more vitamin B3, selenium, copper, vitamin B12, and iron; however, cod is higher in vitamin B5 and vitamin B6.
- Cod covers your daily need for vitamin B5, 3055% more than tuna salad.
- Tuna salad has 12 times more saturated fat than cod. While tuna salad has 1.544g of saturated fat, cod has only 0.131g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fish, tuna salad and Fish, cod, Atlantic, raw.
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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 IronIron | +163.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +417.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +24.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +24.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +132% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.6% |
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 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +224.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +31.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +145.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58746.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +202.5% |
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:
17.81 g
Fats:
0.67 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
81.22 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1282.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +610% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.6% |
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
0.131 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.094 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.231 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2971.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1684.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 153mg | 3055% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 2.063mg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.231g | 26% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 54mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 41.2µg | 33.1µg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.028mg | 13% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 0.67g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.245mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0.91µg | 12% |
| Choline | 65.2mg | 12% | |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 43mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.38mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 413mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 0.094g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 0.131g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.9µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 36IU | 5% | |
| Calories | 187kcal | 82kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.64mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.076mg | 4% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 17.81g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 203mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 0g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.45mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.065mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.781mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.821mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 1.447mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 1.635mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.527mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.695mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.524mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 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
27%
731%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod contains less Sodium (difference - 348mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cod is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.413g)
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.