Snail vs. Oysters — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are snail and oysters different?
- Snail is higher in magnesium, vitamin E, and phosphorus; however, oysters is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, choline, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for oysters is 708% higher.
- Snail contains 7 times more magnesium than oysters. While snail contains 250mg of magnesium, oysters contains only 35mg.
Mollusks, snail, raw and Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, moist heat are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +614.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +174.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1060% |
| Contains more IronIron | +163.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1326.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +7760% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +15.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +194.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +113.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +3400% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +133.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +144.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +172.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +95.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +319% |
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 | 0.5µg | 17.5µg | 708% |
| Zinc | 1mg | 78.6mg | 705% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 5.707mg | 590% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 9.21mg | 71% |
| Magnesium | 250mg | 35mg | 51% |
| Manganese | 0.591mg | 26% | |
| Vitamin E | 5mg | 1.7mg | 22% |
| Selenium | 27.4µg | 39.5µg | 22% |
| Choline | 65mg | 130mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 194mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 116mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 79mg | 10% |
| Protein | 16.1g | 11.42g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.447mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 382mg | 139mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.252g | 1.056g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.18mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.061mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 70mg | 166mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.4mg | 1.85mg | 3% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 3.42g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.361g | 0.948g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.01mg | 0.036mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 14µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.259g | 0.506g | 1% |
| Calories | 90kcal | 102kcal | 1% |
| Carbs | 2g | 5.45g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2g | 5.45g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.23g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.9g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 30µg | 26µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.068g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.459mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.716mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.762mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.413mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.119g | 0.353g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.271g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.099g | 0.02g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.061g | 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
23%
188%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
486%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Snail is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Snail is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Snail contains less Sodium (difference - 96mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Snail is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.587g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Snail is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Snail is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Oysters is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oysters is relatively richer in vitamins