Mussels vs. Tarragon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mussels and tarragon?
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, yet tarragon is richer in iron, vitamin B6, calcium, potassium, vitamin A, magnesium, vitamin B2, and copper.
- Mussels's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 1000% higher.
- Mussels has 20 times more selenium than tarragon. Mussels has 89.6µg of selenium, while tarragon has 4.4µg.
- Tarragon has a lower glycemic index than mussels.
We used Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Spices, tarragon, dried 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 SeleniumSelenium | +1936.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +837.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3351.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1026.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +380.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +354.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +267.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +218.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +198.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2310% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +690.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +579.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +278.3% |
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Protein
~22.77g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +113.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +205.1% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 32.3mg | 320% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 2.41mg | 178% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 4.4µg | 155% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 1139mg | 111% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 3020mg | 81% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 347mg | 74% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 1.339mg | 71% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.677mg | 59% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 7.967mg | 51% |
| Folate | 76µg | 274µg | 50% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 50mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 8.95mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 0g | 7.4g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 3.698g | 17% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 50.22g | 14% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 62mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 210µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 3.9mg | 11% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 295kcal | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 1.881g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.251mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 313mg | 4% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 7.24g | 4% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 22.77g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 0.474g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 42.82g | 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 |
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 Cholesterol?
Tarragon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tarragon contains less Sodium (difference - 307mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tarragon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Tarragon is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tarragon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tarragon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.031g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)