Amaranth vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between amaranth and mussels?
- Mussels is richer than amaranth in manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, phosphorus, vitamin B3, zinc, and folate.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for manganese is 259% more.
- The amount of sodium in amaranth is lower.
- The glycemic index of mussels is lower.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +75.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +98.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +210.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +92.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +696.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1529.1% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +13% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1809.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1176.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +245.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +152.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +526.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +183.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +313% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 1000% | |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 6.8mg | 259% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 89.6µg | 153% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 6.72mg | 58% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 23.8g | 40% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.42mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.3mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 285mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 3mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 2.67mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 369mg | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 15% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 76µg | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 10% | |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 0g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 37mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 4% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 172kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 268mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 7.39g | 4% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 4.48g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 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
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265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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198%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 363mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.85g)
Which food is cheaper?
Amaranth is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)