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Macaroon vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Macaroon and Mussels

  • Macaroon is richer in Fiber, yet Mussels is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Iron, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Folate.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Mussels is 1000% higher.
  • Mussels contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Cookies, coconut macaroon and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat.

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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 less Sodium -34.7%
Contains more Copper +80.5%
Contains more Calcium +560%
Contains more Iron +719.5%
Contains more Magnesium +27.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +319.1%
Contains more Potassium +117.9%
Contains more Zinc +265.8%
Contains more Selenium +1217.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 31% 21% 30% 11% 32% 20% 90% 0% 38%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 10% 252% 27% 123% 24% 49% 73% 50% 887% 489%
Contains less Sodium -34.7%
Contains more Copper +80.5%
Contains more Calcium +560%
Contains more Iron +719.5%
Contains more Magnesium +27.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +319.1%
Contains more Potassium +117.9%
Contains more Zinc +265.8%
Contains more Selenium +1217.6%

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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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1400%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +600%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1263.6%
Contains more Folate +2433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.1
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 0% 0% 5% 14% 5% 0% 23% 3% 0% 3%
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%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1400%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +600%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +1263.6%
Contains more Folate +2433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.1

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +403.3%
Contains more Carbs +728.4%
Contains more Protein +688.1%
Contains more Water +431.7%
Contains more Other +86%
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
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
Contains more Fats +403.3%
Contains more Carbs +728.4%
Contains more Protein +688.1%
Contains more Water +431.7%
Contains more Other +86%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +58.8%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +49.6%
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.81 g
28% 33% 39%
Saturated Fat: 0.85 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.212 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +58.8%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.8%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +49.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Macaroon Mussels Opinion
Net carbs 56.12g 7.39g Macaroon
Protein 3.02g 23.8g Mussels
Fats 22.55g 4.48g Macaroon
Carbs 61.22g 7.39g Macaroon
Calories 460kcal 172kcal Macaroon
Sugar 45.16g Mussels
Fiber 5.1g 0g Macaroon
Calcium 5mg 33mg Mussels
Iron 0.82mg 6.72mg Mussels
Magnesium 29mg 37mg Mussels
Phosphorus 68mg 285mg Mussels
Potassium 123mg 268mg Mussels
Sodium 241mg 369mg Macaroon
Zinc 0.73mg 2.67mg Mussels
Copper 0.269mg 0.149mg Macaroon
Manganese 6.8mg Mussels
Selenium 6.8µg 89.6µg Mussels
Vitamin A 0IU 304IU Mussels
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 91µg Mussels
Vitamin E 0.19mg Macaroon
Vitamin C 0mg 13.6mg Mussels
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.3mg Mussels
Vitamin B2 0.06mg 0.42mg Mussels
Vitamin B3 0.22mg 3mg Mussels
Vitamin B5 0.95mg Mussels
Vitamin B6 0.096mg 0.1mg Mussels
Folate 3µg 76µg Mussels
Vitamin B12 0µg 24µg Mussels
Vitamin K 1.1µg Macaroon
Tryptophan 0.267mg Mussels
Threonine 1.025mg Mussels
Isoleucine 1.036mg Mussels
Leucine 1.676mg Mussels
Lysine 1.779mg Mussels
Methionine 0.537mg Mussels
Phenylalanine 0.853mg Mussels
Valine 1.04mg Mussels
Histidine 0.457mg Mussels
Cholesterol 0mg 56mg Macaroon
Saturated Fat 20.099g 0.85g Mussels
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.506g Mussels
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.276g Mussels
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.044g Mussels
Monounsaturated Fat 1.61g 1.014g Macaroon
Polyunsaturated fat 0.81g 1.212g Mussels

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Macaroon Mussels
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
4%
Macaroon
286%
Mussels
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
Macaroon
198%
Mussels

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 19.249g)
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 Sodium?
Macaroon
Macaroon contains less Sodium (difference - 128mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $7)

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. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients
  2. Mussels - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174217/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.