Mussels vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mussels and pound cake
- Pound cake has less vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin C, vitamin B2, and copper.
- Mussels covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 985% more than pound cake.
- Mussels has less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen).
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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 | +362.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +79.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +354.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +254.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +520.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6081.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1692% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.4% |
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 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +73.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +85.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +95.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +177.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +6566.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +81% |
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:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +376% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +136.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +107.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +211.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +625.8% |
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
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +197.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +182.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0.36µg | 985% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.11mg | 291% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 5µg | 154% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 1.48mg | 66% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 5g | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 140mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.43mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 4.811g | 18% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 13.96g | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 3.419g | 15% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 53.64g | 15% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 153mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.249mg | 13% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.042mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.173mg | 11% |
| Folate | 76µg | 42µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 1.615mg | 9% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 353kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.485mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.036mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 3.02g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 149mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 66mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 70µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 33mg | 47mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 33.36g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 369mg | 377mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.961g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins