Mussels vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mussels and English muffins
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin C, and vitamin B5, yet English muffins are richer in fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mussels is 998% higher.
- Mussels has a lower glycemic index than English muffins.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough).
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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 | +76.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +104.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +655.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +281.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1804.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +57.6% |
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 | +13500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +65.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +91.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +132.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +59900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +105.4% |
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:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +209.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +148.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +522.5% |
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
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +235.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +36.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0.04µg | 998% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.357mg | 280% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 163% | |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 0.89mg | 73% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 7.7g | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 133mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.154mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.7mg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0.1mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 46g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Folate | 76µg | 37µg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.181mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.446mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 1.566mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.043mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 131mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 464mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 21mg | 4% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 1.8g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 0.259g | 3% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 235kcal | 3% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.129mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 0.302g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 0.888g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.591g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)