Mussels vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mussels and candy bar
- Mussels has more vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, and vitamin B2; however, candy bar has more vitamin B6, copper, and vitamin B3.
- Candy bar's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 11762% more.
- Candy bar is lower in cholesterol.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +592.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +447.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1806.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +197.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +419.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +164.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +152900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3721.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +76.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +652.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +541.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1549% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +778.7% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 153mg | 11762% |
| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 1.243mg | 242% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 4.7µg | 154% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 0.97mg | 72% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.774mg | 69% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 10.65g | 63% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 33.7g | 45% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 16.721g | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 7.922mg | 31% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 27% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.14mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 522kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 4.678g | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.1mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 110mg | 17% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 15.5g | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 47.4g | 13% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 3.94mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 156mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 407mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 308mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.83mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | N/A | |
| Folate | 76µg | 75µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0g | 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
265%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.828g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 213mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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