Mussels vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mussels and cayenne pepper?
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, and selenium, yet cayenne pepper is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% higher.
- Mussels has 10 times more selenium than cayenne pepper. Mussels has 89.6µg of selenium, while cayenne pepper has 8.8µg.
- Cayenne pepper has a lower glycemic index than mussels.
We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne 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 ManganeseManganese | +240% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +918.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +310.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +348.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +651.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +461.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2186.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +190% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2350% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +39.5% |
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:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +98.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +659.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +285.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +666.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89.9% |
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
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +171.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +590.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 2081µg | 221% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 2mg | 209% |
| Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 199% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 2.45mg | 181% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 8.8µg | 147% |
| Fiber | 0g | 27.2g | 109% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 76.4mg | 70% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 2014mg | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 8.37g | 48% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.919mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 8.701mg | 36% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 152mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.373mg | 25% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 12.01g | 24% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 17.27g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 56.63g | 16% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 30mg | 15% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 7.8mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 148mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 3.26g | 11% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Folate | 76µg | 106µg | 8% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 318kcal | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 2.75g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.328mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 2.48mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 293mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | 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 | 0g | 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%
221%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.41g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 339mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Cayenne pepper is cheaper (difference - $4.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
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.