Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) and mussels
- Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) has more copper; however, mussels is higher in manganese, iron, zinc, phosphorus, and monounsaturated fat.
- Mussels covers your daily manganese needs 294% more than crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen).
- Mussels contains 3 times less cholesterol than crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen). Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) contains 161mg of cholesterol, while mussels contains 56mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) 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 more CalciumCalcium | +93.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +162.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1192.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +99.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20506.1% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.1 g
Fats:
0.51 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
78.45 g
Other:
0.94 g
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +28.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +778.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +238.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.101 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.086 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.152 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1079.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +697.4% |
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 | 0.033mg | 6.8mg | 294% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 163% | |
| Iron | 0.52mg | 6.72mg | 78% |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 56mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 32% | |
| Copper | 0.391mg | 0.149mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 25% | |
| Folate | 76µg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 15% | |
| Zinc | 1.34mg | 2.67mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 119mg | 369mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 214mg | 285mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.152g | 1.212g | 7% |
| Protein | 20.1g | 23.8g | 7% |
| Fats | 0.51g | 4.48g | 6% |
| Calories | 85kcal | 172kcal | 4% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 33mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.101g | 0.85g | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 7.39g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.086g | 1.014g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 37mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 264mg | 268mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.004g | N/A | |
| 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 | 0.03g | 0.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.031g | 0.506g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.044g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.031g | 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
37%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 105mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) contains less Sodium (difference - 250mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.749g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Crustaceans, shrimp, raw (not previously frozen) is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)