Mussels vs. Squid — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mussels and Squid
- Mussels is richer in Vitamin B12, Manganese, and Vitamin B1, yet Squid is richer in Vitamin B2, Copper, Iron, Phosphorus, and Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Mussels is 775% higher.
- Mussels contains 33 times more Manganese than Squid. Mussels contains 6.8mg of Manganese, while Squid contains 0.209mg.
- Mussels contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -50.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3153.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +62.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +445.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +137.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +61.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +569.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.5% |
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 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1664.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +344.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +216.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +122% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +311.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +170% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +220% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +350.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.5% |
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Water
~61.12g
~equal in
Other
~3.36g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +525.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +352.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -72.2% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 172kcal | 158kcal |
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| Protein | 23.8g | 32.48g |
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| Fats | 4.48g | 1.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 8.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.39g | 1.64g |
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| Carbs | 7.39g | 1.64g |
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| Cholesterol | 56mg | 224mg |
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| Magnesium | 37mg | 60mg |
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| Calcium | 33mg | 180mg |
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| Potassium | 268mg | 637mg |
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| Iron | 6.72mg | 10.84mg |
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.998mg |
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| Zinc | 2.67mg | 3.46mg |
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| Phosphorus | 285mg | 580mg |
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| Sodium | 369mg | 744mg |
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| Vitamin A | 304IU | 675IU |
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| Vitamin A | 91µg | 203µg |
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| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.209mg |
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| Selenium | 89.6µg | 89.6µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.017mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 1.729mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 2.189mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.9mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.27mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 5.4µg |
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| Folate | 76µg | 24µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.85g | 0.236g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.014g | 0.162g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 0.268g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.364mg |
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| Threonine | 1.025mg | 1.398mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 1.414mg |
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| Leucine | 1.676mg | 2.287mg |
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| Lysine | 1.779mg | 2.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.733mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 1.164mg |
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| Valine | 1.04mg | 1.419mg |
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| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.624mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0.078g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0.132g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.012g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Squid is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.614g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Squid is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 168mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.