Tuna vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tuna and peppermint
- Tuna has more vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and phosphorus; however, peppermint is higher in vitamin A, iron, manganese, vitamin C, fiber, and copper.
- Tuna covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 127% more than peppermint.
- The glycemic index of peppermint is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, tuna, yellowfin, fresh, cooked, dry heat and Peppermint, fresh.
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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 | +356.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +90.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5975% |
| Contains more IronIron | +452.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +665.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +146.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +8946.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1193.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +704.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +863.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +94.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
29.15 g
Fats:
0.59 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
68.98 g
Other:
1.28 g
Protein:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +677.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +59.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.205 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.138 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.175 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +318.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +190.3% |
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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| Selenium | 108.2µg | 197% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 22.07mg | 1.706mg | 127% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.35µg | 0µg | 98% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.038mg | 0.129mg | 70% |
| Iron | 0.92mg | 5.08mg | 52% |
| Protein | 29.15g | 3.75g | 51% |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 1.176mg | 51% |
| Phosphorus | 333mg | 73mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.043mg | 0.329mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 0g | 8g | 32% |
| Folate | 2µg | 114µg | 28% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 243mg | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 212µg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Choline | 77.6mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 82IU | 0IU | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.137mg | 0.266mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D | 2µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 80mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.45mg | 1.11mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 0g | 14.89g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.134mg | 0.082mg | 4% |
| Calories | 130kcal | 70kcal | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.175g | 0.508g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 54mg | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 527mg | 569mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.59g | 0.94g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 6.89g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.334mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.205g | 0.246g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.138g | 0.033g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.313mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.224mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.287mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.27mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.565mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.827mg | 0.053mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.091mg | 0.191mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.438mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.822mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 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
86%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peppermint is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peppermint contains less Sodium (difference - 23mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Peppermint is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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