Dulce de Leche vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between dulce de Leche and mussels
- Dulce de Leche has more calcium; however, mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, zinc, and folate.
- Mussels covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 987% more than dulce de Leche.
- Mussels has 8 times less calcium than dulce de Leche. Dulce de Leche has 251mg of calcium, while mussels has 33mg.
- Mussels contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Dulce de Leche 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 | +660.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -65% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3852.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3625% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +238% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +339900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3218.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +423.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1775% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +525% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +7641.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +590.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +649% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +248% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +113% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 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 | +111.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +223.2% |
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 | 0.31µg | 24µg | 987% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 6.8mg | 296% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 89.6µg | 158% |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 6.72mg | 82% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 23.8g | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.3mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 33mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 0.85g | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 3mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 2.67mg | 17% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 7.39g | 16% |
| Folate | 11µg | 76µg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0.149mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 285mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 13.6mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 369mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 56mg | 9% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 172kcal | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.375g | 1.212g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 37mg | 4% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 4.48g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 1.014g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 91µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 268mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.95mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 49.74g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.506g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.044g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | N/A |
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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
23%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.74g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.684g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 240mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
Dulce de Leche is cheaper (difference - $4)