Tuna salad vs. Wheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tuna salad and wheat
- Tuna salad is richer in vitamin B12, yet wheat is richer in manganese, selenium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, vitamin B1, iron, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for wheat is 129% higher.
Food types used in this article are Fish, tuna salad and Wheat, durum.
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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 | +657.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +142.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +252% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +281.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +642.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +185.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7430% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +117% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1251.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +259.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +417.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +437.5% |
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:
13.68 g
Fats:
2.47 g
Carbs:
71.13 g
Water:
10.94 g
Other:
1.78 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +274.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +477.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +655.9% |
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
0.454 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.344 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.978 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +739.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +321.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.04mg | 3.012mg | 129% |
| Selenium | 41.2µg | 89.4µg | 88% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0µg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 508mg | 47% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.553mg | 45% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 4.16mg | 33% |
| Iron | 1mg | 3.52mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.419mg | 32% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 144mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.419mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 71.13g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 0.978g | 21% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 2mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.935mg | 14% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 2.47g | 10% |
| Folate | 8µg | 43µg | 9% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 339kcal | 8% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 431mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 0.344g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 0.454g | 5% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 13.68g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.121mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 34mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 71.13g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 6.738mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.366mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.533mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.221mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.594mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.322mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 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%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
168%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 400mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.09g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wheat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)