Liverwurst vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between liverwurst and mussels?
- Liverwurst is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and iron, yet mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, and selenium.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 439% higher.
- Liverwurst has 45 times more vitamin A than mussels. Liverwurst has 13636IU of vitamin A, while mussels has 304IU.
- Mussels contains less saturated fat.
- Liverwurst has a lower glycemic index than mussels.
We used Liverwurst spread and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat types in this comparison.
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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 | +31.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +208.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4287.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +54.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +4395.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +145.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +210.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +288.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +10.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +78.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +153.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.38 g
Fats:
25.45 g
Carbs:
5.89 g
Water:
53.53 g
Other:
2.75 g
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +468.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +92.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.925 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.286 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.427 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 | +1111.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +100.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 4091µg | 91µg | 444% |
| Vitamin B12 | 13.46µg | 24µg | 439% |
| Manganese | 0.155mg | 6.8mg | 289% |
| Selenium | 58µg | 89.6µg | 57% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.03mg | 0.42mg | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 9.925g | 0.85g | 41% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.95mg | 0.95mg | 40% |
| Fats | 25.45g | 4.48g | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.286g | 1.014g | 28% |
| Iron | 8.85mg | 6.72mg | 27% |
| Protein | 12.38g | 23.8g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 118mg | 56mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 700mg | 369mg | 14% |
| Folate | 30µg | 76µg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 13.6mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 0g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.149mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 230mg | 285mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.427g | 1.212g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.3mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 172kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 37mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 2.3mg | 2.67mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 268mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.272mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 5.89g | 7.39g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.39g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.65g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.151mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.671mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.653mg | 1.036mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.155mg | 1.779mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.285mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.617mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.857mg | 1.04mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.448mg | 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
284%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 62mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 331mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.075g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Liverwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Liverwurst is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.