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Mussels vs. Shark — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Mussels and Shark

  • Mussels has more Vitamin B12, Manganese, Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B2, Zinc, Vitamin B1, Folate, and Vitamin C, while Shark has more Vitamin B6.
  • Mussels's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 950% higher.

The food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Fish, shark, mixed species, cooked, batter-dipped and fried.

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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.
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Shark
Contains more Iron +505.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +46.9%
Contains more Potassium +72.9%
Contains more Zinc +456.3%
Contains more Copper +254.8%
Contains more Manganese +13500%
Contains more Selenium +163.5%
Contains more Calcium +51.5%
Contains more Magnesium +16.2%
Contains less Sodium -66.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 10% 252% 27% 123% 24% 49% 73% 50% 887% 489%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 15% 42% 31% 84% 14% 16% 14% 14% 7% 186%
Contains more Iron +505.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +46.9%
Contains more Potassium +72.9%
Contains more Zinc +456.3%
Contains more Copper +254.8%
Contains more Manganese +13500%
Contains more Selenium +163.5%
Contains more Calcium +51.5%
Contains more Magnesium +16.2%
Contains less Sodium -66.9%

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.
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Shark
Contains more Vitamin A +68.9%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +316.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +333%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +53.2%
Contains more Folate +406.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1883.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +200%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 2.783
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 19% 0% 0% 46% 75% 97% 57% 57% 24% 57% 3000% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 0% 18% 23% 53% 38% 70% 12% 152% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +68.9%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +316.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +333%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +53.2%
Contains more Folate +406.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +1883.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +200%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 2.783

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Shark
Contains more Protein +27.8%
Contains more Carbs +15.6%
Contains more Other +194.4%
Contains more Fats +208.5%
Equal in Water - 60.09
24% 4% 7% 61% 3%
Protein: 23.8 g
Fats: 4.48 g
Carbs: 7.39 g
Water: 61.15 g
Other: 3.18 g
19% 14% 6% 60%
Protein: 18.62 g
Fats: 13.82 g
Carbs: 6.39 g
Water: 60.09 g
Other: 1.08 g
Contains more Protein +27.8%
Contains more Carbs +15.6%
Contains more Other +194.4%
Contains more Fats +208.5%
Equal in Water - 60.09

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Shark
Contains less Saturated Fat -73.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +485.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +205.4%
28% 33% 39%
Saturated Fat: 0.85 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.212 g
25% 46% 29%
Saturated Fat: 3.205 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.701 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -73.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +485.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +205.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mussels Shark
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mussels Shark Opinion
Net carbs 7.39g 6.39g Mussels
Protein 23.8g 18.62g Mussels
Fats 4.48g 13.82g Shark
Carbs 7.39g 6.39g Mussels
Calories 172kcal 228kcal Shark
Calcium 33mg 50mg Shark
Iron 6.72mg 1.11mg Mussels
Magnesium 37mg 43mg Shark
Phosphorus 285mg 194mg Mussels
Potassium 268mg 155mg Mussels
Sodium 369mg 122mg Shark
Zinc 2.67mg 0.48mg Mussels
Copper 0.149mg 0.042mg Mussels
Manganese 6.8mg 0.05mg Mussels
Selenium 89.6µg 34µg Mussels
Vitamin A 304IU 180IU Mussels
Vitamin A RAE 91µg 54µg Mussels
Vitamin C 13.6mg 0mg Mussels
Vitamin B1 0.3mg 0.072mg Mussels
Vitamin B2 0.42mg 0.097mg Mussels
Vitamin B3 3mg 2.783mg Mussels
Vitamin B5 0.95mg 0.62mg Mussels
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.3mg Shark
Folate 76µg 15µg Mussels
Vitamin B12 24µg 1.21µg Mussels
Tryptophan 0.267mg 0.212mg Mussels
Threonine 1.025mg 0.843mg Mussels
Isoleucine 1.036mg 0.867mg Mussels
Leucine 1.676mg 1.515mg Mussels
Lysine 1.779mg 1.634mg Mussels
Methionine 0.537mg 0.541mg Shark
Phenylalanine 0.853mg 0.75mg Mussels
Valine 1.04mg 0.965mg Mussels
Histidine 0.457mg 0.538mg Shark
Cholesterol 56mg 59mg Mussels
Saturated Fat 0.85g 3.205g Mussels
Omega-3 - DHA 0.506g 0.431g Mussels
Omega-3 - EPA 0.276g 0.258g Mussels
Omega-3 - DPA 0.044g 0.089g Shark
Monounsaturated Fat 1.014g 5.935g Shark
Polyunsaturated fat 1.212g 3.701g Shark

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mussels Shark
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
286%
Mussels
31%
Shark
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
Mussels
42%
Shark

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Shark
Shark contains less Sodium (difference - 247mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shark
Shark is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Shark
Shark is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.355g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mussels - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174217/nutrients
  2. Shark - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175143/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.