Mussels vs. Chicken meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mussels and chicken meat
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, folate, and vitamin C, yet chicken meat is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin B6.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mussels is 988% higher.
- Chicken meat has a lower glycemic index than mussels.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, 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 | +60.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +120% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +433.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +125.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +274.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +89.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +376.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +7900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +182.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
Protein:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-1008.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +203.6% |
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Water
~59.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.97 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +426.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +145% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0.3µg | 988% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.02mg | 295% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 23.9µg | 119% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 1.26mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 8.487mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.4mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.063mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.168mg | 19% |
| Folate | 76µg | 5µg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 182mg | 15% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 13.6g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 3.79g | 13% |
| Choline | 65.9mg | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 2.97g | 12% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 82mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 5.34g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 88mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.066mg | 9% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 27.3g | 7% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 1.94mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 48µg | 5% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 239kcal | 3% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 1.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 33mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 0g | 2% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 223mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 1.128mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 1.362mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 1.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 2.223mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.726mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 1.061mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 1.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.802mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0.04g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.02g | 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
265%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.94g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken meat contains less Sodium (difference - 287mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken meat is cheaper (difference - $6)
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.