Mussels vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mussels and icing
- Icing has less vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, vitamin B5, and vitamin B3.
- Mussels covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 1000% more than icing.
- Icing has less cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat.
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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 | +3600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +688.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3714.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1483.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +89500% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50.1% |
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 | +2900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1263.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1627.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +850% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +305.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +292.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +262.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +818.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +379.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +556% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0mg | 296% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 0.1µg | 163% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 0.16mg | 82% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 0g | 48% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 7.951g | 45% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 18mg | 38% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.07mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.01mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 67.89g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 16.23g | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.055mg | 18% |
| Folate | 76µg | 8µg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 0.22mg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 418kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.53mg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 2.974g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 4.86g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.302mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 1mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 184mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 34mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 67.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 63.1g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 63.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.124g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
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?
Icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Icing contains less Sodium (difference - 185mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Icing is cheaper (difference - $7)