Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Mackerel vs. Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Mackerel
Canned Light Tuna (in Water, Drained)
Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) is an oily pelagic fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 205 kcal, 18.6g protein, 13.9g healthy fats (3.3g saturated), an extraordinary 2,590mg Omega-3 (EPA+DHA), and exceptionally low mercury.
Canned light tuna (primarily Skipjack Katsuwonus pelamis) packed in water is an ultra-lean fish protein. Per 100g drained, it provides 116 kcal, 25.5g complete protein, 0.82g fat (0.23g saturated), and 270mg Omega-3s with low mercury levels.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
205 kcal | 116 kcal |
|
Protein
|
18.6 g | 25.5 g |
|
Total Fat
|
13.9 g | 0.82 g |
|
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
2,590 mg | 270 mg |
|
Saturated Fat
|
3.30 g | 0.23 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
70.0 mg | 36.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM - Atlantic Scomber species) | Low (0.12 PPM - Skipjack species) |
|
Potassium
|
314 mg | 237 mg |
|
USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) | Precooked / Shelf-Stable |
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