Mussels vs. Mullet fish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Mussels and Mullet fish
- Mussels has more Vitamin B12, Manganese, Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Folate, and Zinc, while Mullet fish has more Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B3.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 990% higher.
- Mullet fish contains 309 times less Manganese than Mussels. Mussels contains 6.8mg of Manganese, while Mullet fish contains 0.022mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Fish, mullet, striped, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +12.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +376.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +203.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30809.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +91.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.8% |
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 | +1033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +115.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +9500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +660% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +110% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +390% |
~equal in
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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:
24.81 g
Fats:
4.86 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
70.52 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-1773.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~24.81g
~equal in
Fats
~4.86g
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
1.431 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.382 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.917 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -40.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +36.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 172kcal | 150kcal |
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| Protein | 23.8g | 24.81g |
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| Fats | 4.48g | 4.86g |
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| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 1.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.39g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 7.39g | 0g |
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| Cholesterol | 56mg | 63mg |
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| Magnesium | 37mg | 33mg |
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| Calcium | 33mg | 31mg |
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| Potassium | 268mg | 458mg |
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| Iron | 6.72mg | 1.41mg |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.141mg |
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| Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.88mg |
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| Phosphorus | 285mg | 244mg |
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| Sodium | 369mg | 71mg |
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| Vitamin A | 304IU | 141IU |
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| Vitamin A | 91µg | 42µg |
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| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.022mg |
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| Selenium | 89.6µg | 46.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 6.3mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.49mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0.25µg |
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| Folate | 76µg | 10µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.85g | 1.431g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.014g | 1.382g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 0.917g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.278mg |
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| Threonine | 1.025mg | 1.088mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 1.143mg |
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| Leucine | 1.676mg | 2.016mg |
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| Lysine | 1.779mg | 2.278mg |
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| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.734mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.968mg |
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| Valine | 1.04mg | 1.278mg |
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| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.73mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0.18g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0.148g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.092g |
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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
264%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.581g)
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 contains less Sodium?
Mullet fish contains less Sodium (difference - 298mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mullet fish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Mullet fish is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)