Mussels vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mussels and star anise?
- Mussels is higher in vitamin B12, manganese, and selenium, yet star anise is higher in iron, copper, calcium, fiber, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% more.
- Mussels has 18 times more selenium than star anise. While mussels has 89.6µg of selenium, star anise has only 5µg.
- The glycemic index of mussels is lower.
We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Spices, anise seed types in this article.
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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 | +195.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1692% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +359.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1857.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +437.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +450% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +510.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +98.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.7% |
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 | +468.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +44.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +19.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +660% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +54.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +13.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +550% |
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:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +541% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +254.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +576.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.2% |
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
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -31.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +864.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +159.9% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 36.96mg | 378% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 2.3mg | 196% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 5µg | 154% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.91mg | 85% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 646mg | 61% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.65mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 1441mg | 35% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 170mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 5.3mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 9.78g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 440mg | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 15.9g | 18% |
| Folate | 76µg | 10µg | 17% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 16mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 50.02g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 3.15g | 13% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 17.6g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.29mg | 10% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 337kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 21mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 16µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.797mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.34mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 0.586g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 3.06mg | 0% |
| 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%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 353mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.264g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
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.