Refried beans vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are refried beans and mussels different?
- Mussels is higher than refried beans in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Mussels covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 1000% more than refried beans.
- Mussels has a higher glycemic index (50) than refried beans (38).
Refried beans, canned, traditional style (includes USDA commodity) and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat types were used 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 PotassiumPotassium | +19% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +366.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +360.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +209.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2252.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1444.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +126.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +294.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +431.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +717.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +402.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +590.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.98 g
Fats:
2.01 g
Carbs:
13.55 g
Water:
77.75 g
Other:
1.71 g
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +83.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +377.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +86% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.631 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.601 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.543 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +123.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 24µg | 1000% |
| Manganese | 0.289mg | 6.8mg | 283% |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 89.6µg | 152% |
| Iron | 1.44mg | 6.72mg | 66% |
| Protein | 4.98g | 23.8g | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 92mg | 285mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.079mg | 0.42mg | 26% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 0.457mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.076mg | 0.3mg | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 2.67mg | 19% |
| Folate | 11µg | 76µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.367mg | 3mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.189mg | 0.95mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 0g | 15% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 91µg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 13.6mg | 8% |
| Choline | 21.2mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.543g | 1.212g | 4% |
| Calories | 90kcal | 172kcal | 4% |
| Fats | 2.01g | 4.48g | 4% |
| Starch | 7.43g | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.149mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 268mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 13.55g | 7.39g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.631g | 0.85g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.601g | 1.014g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.85g | 7.39g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 37mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 33mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.54g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 370mg | 369mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.103mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.016g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0.267mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 1.025mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.242mg | 1.036mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.438mg | 1.676mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.377mg | 1.779mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.297mg | 0.853mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 1.04mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.276g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.506g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.169g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.044g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.36g | 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
10%
265%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
198%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Refried beans is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Refried beans is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.219g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Refried beans is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Refried beans is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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