Mussels vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mussels and mortadella
- Mussels has more vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, folate, and vitamin C; however, mortadella is higher in vitamin B2.
- Mortadella covers your daily vitamin B2 needs 11737% more than mussels.
- Mussels has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of mussels is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Mortadella, beef, pork.
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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 | +236.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +83.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +64.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +380% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +148.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22566.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +296.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +152.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +115.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1521.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36328.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +30% |
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:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +142.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +466.7% |
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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
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1022.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +157.4% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 153mg | 11737% |
| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 1.48µg | 938% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.03mg | 294% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 22.6µg | 122% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 1.4mg | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 9.51g | 39% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 1246mg | 38% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 25.39g | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 97mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 11.38g | 26% |
| Folate | 76µg | 3µg | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 16.37g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.119mg | 15% |
| Choline | 72.2mg | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 3.12g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.06mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.44mg | 10% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 311kcal | 7% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 2.1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 5% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 163mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 2.673mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 3.05g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 3.05g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 56mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.152mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.633mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.708mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 1.213mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 1.262mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.394mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.598mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.735mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.52mg | 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%
2746%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 877mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.66g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mortadella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Mortadella is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (56 mg)
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.