Whelk vs. Oysters — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between whelk and oysters?
- Whelk is higher in selenium, vitamin B6, magnesium, vitamin B12, potassium, manganese, and phosphorus; however, oysters is richer in zinc and copper.
- Oysters's daily need coverage for zinc is 685% more.
- Oysters contains 11 times less vitamin B6 than whelk. Whelk contains 0.65mg of vitamin B6, while oysters contains 0.061mg.
- Oysters has less cholesterol.
We used Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat and Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, moist heat types 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 | +391.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +399.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +126.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +177% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2311% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +88.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +36.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +965.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +27.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +317.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +184.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +163.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +327.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +144.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +803.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2195.7% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 3.26mg | 78.6mg | 685% |
| Copper | 2.06mg | 5.707mg | 405% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 39.5µg | 91% |
| Protein | 47.68g | 11.42g | 73% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.061mg | 45% |
| Magnesium | 172mg | 35mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 18.14µg | 17.5µg | 27% |
| Choline | 130mg | 24% | |
| Cholesterol | 130mg | 79mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 694mg | 139mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 194mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.89mg | 0.591mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.7mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.06mg | 9.21mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 412mg | 166mg | 11% |
| Calories | 275kcal | 102kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.046g | 1.056g | 7% |
| Fats | 0.8g | 3.42g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.062g | 0.948g | 4% |
| Carbs | 15.52g | 5.45g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.214mg | 0.18mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 49µg | 26µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.036mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.056g | 0.506g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.4mg | 0.447mg | 1% |
| Folate | 11µg | 14µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.995mg | 1.85mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.52g | 5.45g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113mg | 116mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.23g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.9g | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.068g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.618mg | 0.138mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 2.136mg | 0.046mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.655mg | 0.459mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.807mg | 0.716mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.93mg | 0.762mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 1.205mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.648mg | 0.413mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.075mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.977mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.008g | 0.353g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.012g | 0.271g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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486%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Whelk is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Whelk is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.886g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Whelk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Whelk is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Whelk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Oysters is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oysters contains less Sodium (difference - 246mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.