Food vs Food

Keta and sockeye salmon are different fish species, but many people don’t recognize all of the differences at first glance. Let’s examine the differences between the two salmon. Sockeye salmon are a silvery blue-green color while keta are red and green. Sockeye has less cholesterol and more protein than keta salmon. While sockeye salmon contains…

Both salmon and tuna have amazing nutritional value and they both taste great in a variety of meals. Therefore, let’s examine, salmon vs tuna, which one is better. Salmon is better than tuna due to its Omega 3s which is 18 times more than tuna. Salmon contains more than double the numbers of vitamin D,…

Cod and salmon are excellent options offering many health benefits. Let’s find out if one is better than the other. Salmon is better than cod because it contains more healthy omega-3 fatty acids and minerals than cod. Salmon contains a larger percentage of vitamins like thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B5, B6, B12 and folate. Although cod…

If you have ever wondered whether salmon or halibut is different or better, you have come to the right article. Aside from size, color, texture, and taste, the primary difference between halibut and salmon is the nutritional facts. There is a 56 percent caloric difference between the two fish species. Salmon contains more omega-3 fatty…

Some of my clients wanted to know if white perch or white bass is better than the other. So, I looked into the data, and here’s what I found. White bass is healthier than white perch because it contains less calories, saturated fat and cholesterol. White bass contains only 1g of saturated fat while white…

There are many varieties of sweet potato including a white sweet potato. Therefore, let’s answer the question, what’s the difference between a white sweet potato and sweet potato? The main difference is a white sweet potato has a white color flesh, and a sweet potato has an orange flesh. A white sweet potato has a…

Although they come from completely different sources, rice and oatmeal are sources of healthy, starchy carbs. Therefore, which is more healthy, oatmeal or rice? Oatmeal is healthier than rice because it contains more fiber and fewer calories and carbohydrates. This makes oatmeal healthier for weight control and digestion. Oatmeal provides more vitamins and minerals than white…

Sweet potato and butternut squash are becoming more popular and you may want to decide on one of them. Therefore, which is better, sweet potatoes or butternut squash? Butternut squash is better than sweet potatoes because it contains more vitamins and minerals per one cup serving. Butternut squash provides more vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium,…

Both pumpkin and sweet potato are versatile vegetables used in a variety of dishes. If you’re wondering which one to choose, let’s answer the question, what’s the difference between pumpkins and sweet potatoes? Sweet potatoes come from the convolvulacea family while pumpkin comes from the winter squash family. Both go well with almost any type…

As a Certified Health Coach specializing in nutrition, many people ask me about healthy fruits. I routinely add both of these into smoothies for their taste and nutritional benefits, so I’m personally familiar with them. If you had to choose just one, which is better, cherries or strawberries? Strawberries are better than cherries because they…

Salmon and shrimp are some of the most commonly known and consumed seafood. Some people have asked, what is healthier salmon or shrimp? Salmon is healthier than shrimp because it contains 2,260 mg of Omega-3 fatty acids compared to 295 mg for shrimp. Salmon provides more protein, Vitamin C, folate, potassium, niacin, phosphorus and selenium…

Arctic Char and salmon are confused frequently because they have many similarities. However, there are quite a few differences setting them apart. Nevertheless, these fish are far from the same. Therefore, what are the differences between arctic char and salmon? Salmon are more common, cost less and contain less oil than char. Char is more…

More people are opting for organic and free-range eggs over regular ones. However, one may wonder if there are any differences between organic and free-range eggs. Free range eggs are eggs laid by chickens unraised in cages, whereas organic eggs are eggs laid by chickens having only been fed organic feed without other chemicals or…

Let’s take a look at the differences between Fuji Apples and McIntosh. Fuji apples are large having a thick skin and dense flesh beneficial for cooking. McIntosh is smaller than Fuji with a thicker skin and juicier flesh beneficial for juice and cider. Fuji has a sweet taste and crispy texture while McIntosh taste more…

The two terms, oatmeal and porridge are often used interchangeably. For this reason, many clients attending my health coaching classes ask this common question, is oatmeal and porridge the same? Oatmeal and porridge are not the same. Although oatmeal is a type of porridge, it’s made from ground, rolled or flattened oats boiled in water…

Wheat germ and wheat bran are two separate parts of a whole, with the third part being the endosperm. Together, they make up the kernel or seed of the wheat plant. The whole grain kernel is protected while growing in the field by the outer husk of the wheat plant.  The primary difference between wheat…

Flaxseed comes in different forms including ground flaxseed and flaxseed meal. Let’s answer a common question, what’s the difference between ground flaxseed and flaxseed meal? Ground flaxseed is made from grinding whole flaxseeds. Flaxseed meal is made from the leftover flaxseed after its oil has been removed, it’s a by-product of producing flaxseed oil. This…

I took a look at trout and salmon side by side to see which is healthier. Here’s what I found. Salmon is healthier than trout because it almost has twice the number of omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, salmon contains more vitamins C and B-6. Although both types of fish are considered healthy and recommended…

Organic eggs vs. pastured raised is a particularly confusing comparison, so what’s the difference?  Organic eggs are laid by chickens having only been fed a certified organic diet with no GMOs or animal by-products. Pastured raised eggs come from hens foraging grasses, seeds and insects outside. These chickens also eat feed, but it is not…

When you visit the oat aisle in the supermarket, you may be overwhelmed choosing from many different options. For example, what is the actual difference between oatmeal and oat bran? The primary difference between oat bran and oatmeal is how each is made. Oatmeal is a whole grain while oat bran is the skin of…

Collard greens and turnip greens are two of the most popular greens in the world. But there’s a big difference between them. Collard greens have broad leaves which are dark green on top with lighter-green veins. Turnip greens have more slender leaves and are often reddish or white on top. Both are excellent sources of…

As a Certified Health Coach many people ask me about vegetables and blueberries. Let’s take a close look at what vegetable goes with blueberries. Vegetables that goes with blueberries include asparagus, broccoli, kale, spinach, carrot and pumpkin. These vegetables and blueberries can be used to make salads, smoothies, muffins and cakes.  This article will inform…

Some people aren’t aware there are different varieties of cucumbers which leads to the question, which cucumber is best to eat? Diva cucumbers are the best to eat because it offers the best flavor and texture. They have a crunchy external layer and a soft inner combining for a mildly pleasant flavor. The Diva cucumber…

Balsamic vinaigrette and balsamic vinegar are completely different yet similar enough to get confused with each other. Let’s get right to the point, are balsamic vinegar and balsamic vinaigrette the same? Balsamic vinegar and balsamic vinaigrette are completely different from each other. While they are produced the same initially, what happens to both of them…

You may be tempted to buy the lowest price salmon and may have wondered about farm-raised salmon compared to wild-caught. Farm-raised salmon is bred and controlled by salmon farmers in an enclosed environment while wild-caught salmon is caught in their natural habitat and raised with no human interference. Wild caught contains less fat and fatty…

Many people assume there is little difference between organic and non-organic bananas. With such a thick skin, you peel off and discard, the tender fruit inside is protected from such offensive chemicals. Or is it? What is the difference between organic and regular bananas? Organic certified bananas mean the bananas were genetically unmodified. They weren’t sprayed with…

Many people consider broccoli an essential part of their diet. When considering which broccoli to purchase, should broccoli be organic? Broccoli should be organic because it’s untreated with synthetic pesticides. Between 2006 and 2011, the USDA inspected broccoli and found 60% contained the insecticide imidacloprid. This article will take a more in-depth look at the…

With such an enormous range of possibilities when cooking with shrimp there is one question often asked: which is better, farm raised or wild caught shrimp? Wild caught shrimp is better than farm raised shrimp. Wild caught shrimp is safer because its regulated to ensure product safety for customers and preserving the environment. Farm raised…

They are two of the most common types of cinnamon, the only remaining question is, which is better, Ceylon vs. Cassia cinnamon? Ceylon cinnamon is better than cassia because it contains many various layers of the bark making the taste richer and texture softer. Ceylon cinnamon is equally recognized for possessing fewer levels of cinnamaldehyde,…

As a Certified Health Coach specializing in nutrition, I’m often asked about legumes and nuts. Sometimes there are questions. Let’s answer the most common one asked, what’s the difference between legumes and nuts? Legumes have multiple seeds within a pod typically attached to the inside walls. Nuts have a single seed in a hardened shell…