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Mussels vs. Roquefort — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Mussels and Roquefort

  • Mussels is richer in Vitamin B12, Manganese, Selenium, Iron, and Vitamin B1, yet Roquefort is richer in Calcium, Vitamin A RAE, and Vitamin B5.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Mussels is 973% higher.
  • Mussels contains 227 times more Manganese than Roquefort. Mussels contains 6.8mg of Manganese, while Roquefort contains 0.03mg.
  • Mussels contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Cheese, roquefort.

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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 Iron +1100%
Contains more Magnesium +23.3%
Contains more Potassium +194.5%
Contains less Sodium -79.6%
Contains more Zinc +28.4%
Contains more Copper +338.2%
Contains more Manganese +22566.7%
Contains more Selenium +517.9%
Contains more Calcium +1906.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +37.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 10% 252% 27% 123% 24% 49% 73% 50% 887% 489%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 199% 22% 22% 169% 9% 236% 57% 12% 4% 80%
Contains more Iron +1100%
Contains more Magnesium +23.3%
Contains more Potassium +194.5%
Contains less Sodium -79.6%
Contains more Zinc +28.4%
Contains more Copper +338.2%
Contains more Manganese +22566.7%
Contains more Selenium +517.9%
Contains more Calcium +1906.1%
Contains more Phosphorus +37.5%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +650%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +308.7%
Contains more Folate +55.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +3650%
Contains more Vitamin A +244.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +82.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +24%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 19% 0% 0% 46% 75% 97% 57% 57% 24% 57% 3000% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 63% 0% 0% 0% 10% 136% 14% 104% 29% 37% 80% 0%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +650%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +308.7%
Contains more Folate +55.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +3650%
Contains more Vitamin A +244.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +82.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +24%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +10.5%
Contains more Carbs +269.5%
Contains more Water +55.3%
Contains more Fats +583.9%
Contains more Other +102.5%
Equal in Protein - 21.54
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
22% 31% 2% 39% 6%
Protein: 21.54 g
Fats: 30.64 g
Carbs: 2 g
Water: 39.38 g
Other: 6.44 g
Contains more Protein +10.5%
Contains more Carbs +269.5%
Contains more Water +55.3%
Contains more Fats +583.9%
Contains more Other +102.5%
Equal in Protein - 21.54

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +735.7%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.32
28% 33% 39%
Saturated Fat: 0.85 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.212 g
66% 29% 5%
Saturated Fat: 19.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.32 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.6%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +735.7%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.32

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mussels Roquefort Opinion
Net carbs 7.39g 2g Mussels
Protein 23.8g 21.54g Mussels
Fats 4.48g 30.64g Roquefort
Carbs 7.39g 2g Mussels
Calories 172kcal 369kcal Roquefort
Calcium 33mg 662mg Roquefort
Iron 6.72mg 0.56mg Mussels
Magnesium 37mg 30mg Mussels
Phosphorus 285mg 392mg Roquefort
Potassium 268mg 91mg Mussels
Sodium 369mg 1809mg Mussels
Zinc 2.67mg 2.08mg Mussels
Copper 0.149mg 0.034mg Mussels
Manganese 6.8mg 0.03mg Mussels
Selenium 89.6µg 14.5µg Mussels
Vitamin A 304IU 1047IU Roquefort
Vitamin A RAE 91µg 294µg Roquefort
Vitamin C 13.6mg 0mg Mussels
Vitamin B1 0.3mg 0.04mg Mussels
Vitamin B2 0.42mg 0.586mg Roquefort
Vitamin B3 3mg 0.734mg Mussels
Vitamin B5 0.95mg 1.731mg Roquefort
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.124mg Roquefort
Folate 76µg 49µg Mussels
Vitamin B12 24µg 0.64µg Mussels
Tryptophan 0.267mg 0.303mg Roquefort
Threonine 1.025mg 0.965mg Mussels
Isoleucine 1.036mg 1.217mg Roquefort
Leucine 1.676mg 2.114mg Roquefort
Lysine 1.779mg 1.848mg Roquefort
Methionine 0.537mg 0.558mg Roquefort
Phenylalanine 0.853mg 1.023mg Roquefort
Valine 1.04mg 1.614mg Roquefort
Histidine 0.457mg 0.602mg Roquefort
Cholesterol 56mg 90mg Mussels
Saturated Fat 0.85g 19.263g Mussels
Omega-3 - DHA 0.506g Mussels
Omega-3 - EPA 0.276g Mussels
Omega-3 - DPA 0.044g Mussels
Monounsaturated Fat 1.014g 8.474g Roquefort
Polyunsaturated fat 1.212g 1.32g Roquefort

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Mussels Roquefort
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
286%
Mussels
39%
Roquefort
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
Mussels
80%
Roquefort

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roquefort
Roquefort is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Roquefort
Roquefort is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 1440mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mussels
Mussels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.413g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.

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. Roquefort - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171250/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.