Muffin vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are muffin and mussels different?
- Mussels has more vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin C, and vitamin B1 than muffin.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mussels is 993% higher.
- Muffin contains 3 times more saturated fat than mussels. While muffin contains 2.844g of saturated fat, mussels contains only 0.85g.
Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +270% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +121.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +416.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +148.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +621.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +95.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1414.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +992.7% |
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 | +1411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +333.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +157.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +102.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +14900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +58.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +258.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +617.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +430.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +145% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +114.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +375.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +568.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 24µg | 993% |
| Manganese | 0.449mg | 6.8mg | 276% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 89.6µg | 148% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 6.72mg | 68% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 1.212g | 46% |
| Protein | 4.49g | 23.8g | 39% |
| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 2.67mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 146mg | 285mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.42mg | 20% |
| Fats | 16.07g | 4.48g | 18% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Carbs | 53g | 7.39g | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 13.6mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.3mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 3mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.822g | 1.014g | 10% |
| Calories | 375kcal | 172kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.95mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.149mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 56mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.844g | 0.85g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 91µg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Folate | 48µg | 76µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 37mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 0g | 4% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 268mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Calcium | 44mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 336mg | 369mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 51.9g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Sugar | 31.47g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.181mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 1.036mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.421mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 1.779mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.257mg | 1.04mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.457mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0.506g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.044g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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
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198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.994g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
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?
Muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 33mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Muffin is cheaper (difference - $7)