Mussels vs. Crouton — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mussels and crouton?
- Mussels is higher in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, and zinc, yet crouton is higher in vitamin B1, fiber, and vitamin B3.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% more.
- The glycemic index of mussels is lower.
We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Croutons, plain types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +19.4% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +116.1% |
Contains more IronIron | +64.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1260% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138.9% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +130.3% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +54.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +121.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +284.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +107.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +81.3% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +73.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +100% |
Contains more WaterWater | +1011.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +27.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +47.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +894.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.7% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +201.7% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~1.273g
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 Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.5mg | 274% |
Selenium | 89.6µg | 37.5µg | 95% |
Iron | 6.72mg | 4.08mg | 33% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.623mg | 27% |
Protein | 23.8g | 11.9g | 24% |
Phosphorus | 285mg | 115mg | 24% |
Carbs | 7.39g | 73.5g | 22% |
Fiber | 0g | 5.1g | 20% |
Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.89mg | 16% |
Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 5.439mg | 15% |
Folate | 76µg | 132µg | 14% |
Sodium | 369mg | 698mg | 14% |
Calories | 172kcal | 407kcal | 12% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.272mg | 11% |
Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.429mg | 10% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.026mg | 6% |
Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 3.059g | 5% |
Potassium | 268mg | 124mg | 4% |
Calcium | 33mg | 76mg | 4% |
Fats | 4.48g | 6.6g | 3% |
Saturated fat | 0.85g | 1.51g | 3% |
Copper | 0.149mg | 0.163mg | 2% |
Magnesium | 37mg | 31mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 7.39g | 68.4g | N/A |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 1.273g | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.456mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.832mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.586mg | 0% |
Valine | 1.04mg | 0.514mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.255mg | 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 |
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%

35%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%

70%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Crouton is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Crouton is cheaper (difference - $5.5)
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.