Pike vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pike and mussels
- Pike has more vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin A; however, mussels is higher in iron and vitamin B1.
- Mussels covers your daily iron needs 58% more than pike.
- Mussels contains 3 times less vitamin A than pike. Pike contains 860IU of vitamin A, while mussels contains 304IU.
Food varieties used in this article are Fish, pike, northern, liver (Alaska Native) and Mollusks, mussel, blue, 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 more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +17.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +78.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +144.6% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 1000% | |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 296% | |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 163% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 6.72mg | 58% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.7mg | 0.42mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 19% | |
| Folate | 76µg | 19% | |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 412mg | 285mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.3mg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 369mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 15% | |
| Protein | 16.6g | 23.8g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5mg | 3mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 10% | |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 8% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
| Fats | 8g | 4.48g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 3% | |
| Calories | 156kcal | 172kcal | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.3g | 7.39g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.3g | 7.39g | 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 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
22%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pike is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pike contains less Sodium (difference - 369mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pike is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pike is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Pike is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)