Mussels vs. Safflower — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mussels and safflower?
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, and iron, yet safflower is richer in copper, vitamin B6, magnesium, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% higher.
- Mussels has 3 times more manganese than safflower. Mussels has 6.8mg of manganese, while safflower has 2.014mg.
We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Seeds, safflower seed kernels, dried types in this comparison.
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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 | +37.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +237.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +854.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +156.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1072.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
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 | +2933.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +287.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +324.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1070% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +110.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +988.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +758.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +364% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +378.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2228.6% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 2.014mg | 208% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 28.223g | 180% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.747mg | 178% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 163% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 1.17mg | 82% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 353mg | 75% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 1.163mg | 72% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 4.03mg | 62% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 38.45g | 52% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 644mg | 51% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 4.9mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 5.05mg | 22% |
| Folate | 76µg | 160µg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 517kcal | 17% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 3mg | 16% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 16.18g | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 3.682g | 13% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 687mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 3µg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 4.848g | 10% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 34.29g | 9% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 2.284mg | 4% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 34.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.415mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.586mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.717mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 1.154mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.284mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.806mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.452mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Safflower is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Safflower contains less Sodium (difference - 366mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Safflower is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Safflower is cheaper (difference - $6.2)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.832g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.