Oysters vs. Lamb shoulder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between oysters and lamb shoulder
- Oysters is higher in zinc, vitamin B12, copper, iron, selenium, manganese, vitamin E, and calcium, yet lamb shoulder is higher in vitamin B3.
- Oysters covers your daily zinc needs 674% more than lamb shoulder.
- Oysters contains 51 times more copper than lamb shoulder. While oysters contains 5.707mg of copper, lamb shoulder contains only 0.113mg.
- The amount of saturated Fat in oysters is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, moist heat and Lamb, domestic, shoulder, arm, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked, roasted.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +544.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +353.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +4950.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1654.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2714.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +55.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +86.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +586.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +38.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.9% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.42 g
Fats:
3.42 g
Carbs:
5.45 g
Water:
78.19 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
22.53 g
Fats:
20.24 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.92 g
Other:
1.31 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +39.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +97.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +491.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.948 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.506 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.056 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.74 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.3 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -89.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1540.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +52.5% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 102kcal | 279kcal |
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| Protein | 11.42g | 22.53g |
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| Fats | 3.42g | 20.24g |
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| Net carbs | 5.45g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 5.45g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 79mg | 92mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 116mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 139mg | 259mg |
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| Iron | 9.21mg | 2.03mg |
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| Sugar | 1.23g |
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| Copper | 5.707mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 78.6mg | 4.48mg |
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| Starch | 0.9g |
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| Phosphorus | 194mg | 183mg |
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| Sodium | 166mg | 65mg |
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| Vitamin A | 88IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 26µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.7mg | 0.14mg |
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| Manganese | 0.591mg | 0.021mg |
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| Selenium | 39.5µg | 25.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.036mg | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.25mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.85mg | 6.66mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.447mg | 0.71mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 17.5µg | 2.55µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2µg |
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| Folate | 14µg | 20µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.068g |
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| Choline | 130mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.948g | 8.74g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.506g | 8.3g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.056g | 1.61g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0.263mg |
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| Threonine | 0.046mg | 0.964mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.459mg | 1.087mg |
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| Leucine | 0.716mg | 1.753mg |
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| Lysine | 0.762mg | 1.99mg |
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| Methionine | 0.257mg | 0.578mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.413mg | 0.917mg |
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| Valine | 0.523mg | 1.216mg |
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| Histidine | 0.22mg | 0.714mg |
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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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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
188%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
486%
51%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oysters is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Oysters is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.792g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oysters is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lamb shoulder is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lamb shoulder contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Lamb shoulder is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (0)
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.