Mussels vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mussels and saffron
- Mussels has more vitamin B12 and selenium; however, saffron has more manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, magnesium, potassium, and copper.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% more.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index than mussels.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Spices, saffron.
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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 ZincZinc | +145% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1500% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +613.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +236.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +543.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +65.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +120.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +317.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +237% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +105.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +494.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +910% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +108.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +413.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +784.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +136.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +70.5% |
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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| 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 | 28.408mg | 939% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 5.6µg | 153% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 80.8mg | 75% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 1.01mg | 70% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 11.1mg | 55% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 264mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 1724mg | 43% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 11.43g | 25% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.328mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 65.37g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.115mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 1.09mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.267mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 148mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 1.46mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 111mg | 8% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 310kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 27µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 2.067g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 252mg | 5% |
| Folate | 76µg | 93µg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 1.586g | 3% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 5.85g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 0.429g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.006g | 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
265%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 221mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $4.8)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.736g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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