Mussels vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mussels and Swiss cheese
- Mussels has more vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and folate; however, Swiss cheese is higher in calcium and phosphorus.
- Mussels covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 873% more than Swiss cheese.
- Swiss cheese contains 262 times less manganese than mussels. Mussels contains 6.8mg of manganese, while Swiss cheese contains 0.026mg.
- Mussels has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of mussels is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Cheese, swiss.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +272.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5069.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +217% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +26053.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +198.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2597% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +63.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +101.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -49.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +2627.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4587.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +169.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +684.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +660% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +216.5% |
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:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +413.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +591.7% |
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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
18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +693.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 3.06µg | 873% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.026mg | 295% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 30µg | 108% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 890mg | 86% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 0.13mg | 82% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 18.227g | 79% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 30.99g | 41% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 574mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.011mg | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 288µg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 8.046g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 0.064mg | 18% |
| Folate | 76µg | 10µg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 4.37mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 93mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.353mg | 12% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 393kcal | 11% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.047mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.302mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 187mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 72mg | 6% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 26.96g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Choline | 15.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.071mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 1.44g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 1.341g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.987g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.401mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 1.038mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 2.959mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 2.585mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 1.662mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 2.139mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 1.065mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g | 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 contains less Sodium?
Swiss cheese contains less Sodium (difference - 182mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Swiss cheese is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mussels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.377g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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