Cockles vs. Oysters — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Cockles and Oysters?
- Cockles are higher in Iron, and Vitamin B3, however, Oysters is richer in Calcium.
- Cockles' daily need coverage for Iron is 87% more.
- Oysters contains 2 times less Vitamin B3 than Cockles. Cockles contain 3.2mg of Vitamin B3, while Oysters contains 1.85mg.
We used Cockles, raw (Alaska Native) and Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, 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 IronIron | +75.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +286.7% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +260% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +388.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16% |
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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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| Calories | 79kcal | 102kcal |
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| Protein | 13.5g | 11.42g |
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| Fats | 0.7g | 3.42g |
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| Net carbs | 4.7g | 5.45g |
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| Carbs | 4.7g | 5.45g |
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| Cholesterol | 79mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg |
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| Calcium | 30mg | 116mg |
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| Potassium | 139mg |
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| Iron | 16.2mg | 9.21mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g |
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| Copper | 5.707mg |
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| Zinc | 78.6mg |
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| Starch | 0.9g |
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| Phosphorus | 194mg |
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| Sodium | 166mg |
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| Vitamin A | 88IU |
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| Vitamin A | 26µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.7mg |
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| Manganese | 0.591mg |
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| Selenium | 39.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.2mg | 1.85mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.447mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 17.5µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2µg |
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| Folate | 14µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.068g |
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| Choline | 130mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.948g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.506g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.056g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.138mg |
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| Threonine | 0.046mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.459mg |
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| Leucine | 0.716mg |
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| Lysine | 0.762mg |
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| Methionine | 0.257mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.413mg |
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| Valine | 0.523mg |
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| Histidine | 0.22mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.353g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.271g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.061g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats 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
8%
188%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
486%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oysters is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oysters is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cockles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cockles is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cockles contains less Sodium (difference - 166mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cockles is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.948g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cockles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Cockles is cheaper (difference - $3)