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Mussels vs. Almonds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between mussels and almonds?

  • Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, and iron, yet almonds are richer in copper, magnesium, vitamin B2, fiber, phosphorus, and calcium.
  • Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% higher.
  • Mussels has 22 times more selenium than almonds. Mussels has 89.6µg of selenium, while almonds have 4.1µg.
  • Almonds have a lower glycemic index than mussels.

We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Nuts, almonds 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 26% 9.9% 24% 252% 50% 73% 122% 48% 887% 489%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 193% 81% 65% 139% 344% 85% 206% 0.13% 284% 22%
Contains more IronIron +81.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +212.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2085.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +629.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +715.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +173.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +591.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +16.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +68.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 45% 30% 0% 0% 75% 97% 56% 57% 23% 3000% 0% 57% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 513% 0% 51% 263% 68% 28% 32% 0% 0% 33% 28%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +46.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +101.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +72.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +171%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +20.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +37%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 4% 7% 61% 3%
Protein: 23.8 g
Fats: 4.48 g
Carbs: 7.39 g
Water: 61.15 g
Other: 3.18 g
21% 50% 22% 4% 3%
Protein: 21.15 g
Fats: 49.93 g
Carbs: 21.55 g
Water: 4.41 g
Other: 2.96 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +12.5%
Contains more WaterWater +1286.6%
Contains more FatsFats +1014.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +191.6%
~equal in Other ~2.96g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
28% 33% 39%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.212 g
8% 66% 26%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.802 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 31.551 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 12.329 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -77.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +3011.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +917.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mussels Almonds
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mussels Almonds DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 24µg 0µg 1000%
Manganese 6.8mg 2.179mg 201%
Vitamin E 25.63mg 171%
Selenium 89.6µg 4.1µg 155%
Copper 0.149mg 1.031mg 98%
Monounsaturated fat 1.014g 31.551g 76%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.212g 12.329g 74%
Fats 4.48g 49.93g 70%
Vitamin B2 0.42mg 1.138mg 55%
Magnesium 37mg 270mg 55%
Fiber 0g 12.5g 50%
Iron 6.72mg 3.71mg 38%
Phosphorus 285mg 481mg 28%
Calcium 33mg 269mg 24%
Calories 172kcal 579kcal 20%
Cholesterol 56mg 0mg 19%
Sodium 369mg 1mg 16%
Vitamin C 13.6mg 0mg 15%
Potassium 268mg 733mg 14%
Saturated fat 0.85g 3.802g 13%
Vitamin B5 0.95mg 0.471mg 10%
Vitamin A 91µg 0µg 10%
Choline 52.1mg 9%
Vitamin B1 0.3mg 0.205mg 8%
Folate 76µg 44µg 8%
Protein 23.8g 21.15g 5%
Carbs 7.39g 21.55g 5%
Vitamin B3 3mg 3.618mg 4%
Zinc 2.67mg 3.12mg 4%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.137mg 3%
Net carbs 7.39g 9.05g N/A
Sugar 4.35g N/A
Starch 0.72g 0%
Trans fat 0.015g N/A
Tryptophan 0.267mg 0.211mg 0%
Threonine 1.025mg 0.601mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.036mg 0.751mg 0%
Leucine 1.676mg 1.473mg 0%
Lysine 1.779mg 0.568mg 0%
Methionine 0.537mg 0.157mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.853mg 1.132mg 0%
Valine 1.04mg 0.855mg 0%
Histidine 0.457mg 0.539mg 0%
Fructose 0.11g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.276g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.506g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.044g 0g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 12.32g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mussels Almonds
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
265%
Mussels
78%
Almonds
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
Mussels
142%
Almonds

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.952g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Almonds
Almonds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 368mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almonds
Almonds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Almonds
Almonds is cheaper (difference - $4.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mussels - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174217/nutrients
  2. Almonds - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170567/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.