Mussels vs. Peanut butter — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mussels and peanut butter
- Mussels has more vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, and iron; however, peanut butter is higher in vitamin B3, magnesium, copper, vitamin B6, and fiber.
- Mussels covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 1000% more than peanut butter.
- Mussels has 22 times more selenium than peanut butter. While mussels has 89.6µg of selenium, peanut butter has only 4.1µg.
- Mussels has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of mussels is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Peanut butter, smooth style, without salt.
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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 IronIron | +286.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +308.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2085.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +354.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +108.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +183.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.4% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +337.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +341% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +14.5% |
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:
22.21 g
Fats:
51.36 g
Carbs:
22.31 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +4871.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1046.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +201.9% |
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Protein
~22.21g
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Other
~2.89g
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
10.325 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
25.941 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.535 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2458.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +934.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 1.665mg | 223% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 4.1µg | 155% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 12.535g | 75% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 51.36g | 72% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 13.112mg | 63% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 25.941g | 62% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 1.74mg | 62% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1mg | 61% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 10.325g | 43% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 168mg | 31% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.422mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.441mg | 26% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 598kcal | 21% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.192mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 17mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.15mg | 13% |
| Choline | 63mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 558mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 335mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 22.31g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 1.137mg | 4% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 22.21g | 3% |
| Folate | 76µg | 87µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 49mg | 2% |
| Starch | 3.56g | 1% | |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 2.51mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 17.31g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.49g | N/A | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.075g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.525mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.616mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 1.546mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 1.202mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.557mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.027g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.215g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peanut butter is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peanut butter contains less Sodium (difference - 352mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peanut butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is cheaper?
Peanut butter is cheaper (difference - $4.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.49g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.475g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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