Blue cheese vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are blue cheese and mussels different?
- Blue cheese is higher in calcium and vitamin B5; however, mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B1, and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mussels is 949% higher.
- Blue cheese contains 22 times more saturated fat than mussels. While blue cheese contains 18.669g of saturated fat, mussels contains only 0.85g.
Cheese, blue and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat 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 | +1500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +60.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2067.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +272.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +75455.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +517.9% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +117.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +82% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +934.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +195.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1867.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
21.4 g
Fats:
28.74 g
Carbs:
2.34 g
Water:
42.41 g
Other:
5.11 g
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +541.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +215.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +44.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.669 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.8 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +667.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.22µg | 24µg | 949% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 6.8mg | 295% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 89.6µg | 137% |
| Saturated fat | 18.669g | 0.85g | 81% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 6.72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 528mg | 33mg | 50% |
| Fats | 28.74g | 4.48g | 37% |
| Sodium | 1146mg | 369mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 0.3mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.778g | 1.014g | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.729mg | 0.95mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 387mg | 285mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 13.6mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.149mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 91µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.016mg | 3mg | 12% |
| Folate | 36µg | 76µg | 10% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 172kcal | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 56mg | 6% |
| Protein | 21.4g | 23.8g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.8g | 1.212g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.382mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 21IU | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 2.34g | 7.39g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 2.34g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Potassium | 256mg | 268mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 2.66mg | 2.67mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.312mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.785mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.124mg | 1.036mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.919mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.852mg | 1.779mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.584mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.087mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.556mg | 1.04mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.758mg | 0.457mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.506g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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
41%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 777mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.819g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Blue cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Blue cheese is cheaper (difference - $4.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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