Wasabi vs. Fish sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are wasabi and fish sauce different?
- Wasabi is higher in vitamin C, fiber, zinc, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B1; however, fish sauce is richer in magnesium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for fish sauce is 341% higher.
- Wasabi has less sodium.
- Fish sauce has a lower glycemic index (0) than wasabi (41).
Wasabi, root, raw and Sauce, fish, ready-to-serve are the varieties 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 CalciumCalcium | +197.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +97.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +210% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +710% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1042.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +67.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +153.6% |
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 | +8280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +991.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +72% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +211.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +183.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.8 g
Fats:
0.63 g
Carbs:
23.54 g
Water:
69.11 g
Other:
1.92 g
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
0.01 g
Carbs:
3.64 g
Water:
71.07 g
Other:
20.22 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +6200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +546.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +953.1% |
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Protein
~5.06g
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Water
~71.07g
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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| Sodium | 17mg | 7851mg | 341% |
| Vitamin C | 41.9mg | 0.5mg | 46% |
| Fiber | 7.8g | 0g | 31% |
| Magnesium | 69mg | 175mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.48µg | 20% |
| Selenium | 9.1µg | 17% | |
| Zinc | 1.62mg | 0.2mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.155mg | 0.05mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 80mg | 7mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.743mg | 2.313mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.131mg | 0.012mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.274mg | 0.396mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 43mg | 9% |
| Folate | 18µg | 51µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 568mg | 288mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.391mg | 0.233mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 23.54g | 3.64g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.114mg | 0.057mg | 4% |
| Calories | 109kcal | 35kcal | 4% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 0.78mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.2mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.203mg | 0.118mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.8g | 5.06g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.63g | 0.01g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.74g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.003g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.003g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 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
23%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
132%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wasabi is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wasabi contains less Sodium (difference - 7834mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wasabi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wasabi is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sauce is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)