Mussels
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Oz, Without Shell28 g
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Cup150 g
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Small Mussel10 g
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Medium Mussel16 g
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Large Mussel20 g

Calories in 1 small mussel (10 g)
8.6 calories, 1.8 from fat
 
Carbs
0.4 g
 
Proteins
1.2 g
 
Fat
0.2 g
 
Sat. Fat
0 g

KEY FACTS

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  • Mussels, raw has low calorie density - this means that the amount of calories you are getting from an ounce is low (0.03 cal/oz).
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals (83.9%/cal) - a good source of Vitamin B12 (helps prevent Alzheimer's disease), Selenium (helps the regulation of hormones in the body), Iron (important in regulating body temperature), Phosphorus (helps provide effective digestion), Vitamin C (protects against immune system deficiencies) and Zinc (plays a leading role in weight loss).
  • Mussels, raw contains a moderate amount of risky components that may include saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium (0.01%/oz).
  • Good source of proteins (24% of DV/100g)! This item has no fiber content (0% of DV/100g).
Calories Nutrition Risky Content
Low
Density
(0.9 cal/g)
High
Density
(83.9 %/cal)
Medium
Density
(0.2 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
2%
Protein
0%
Carbs
0%
Fiber
0%
Fat
0%
Saturated Fat
1%
Cholesterol
1%
Sodium
0%
Added Sugar

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VITAMINS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Vitamin B12

Helps you to get a good night's sleep; Helps prevent Alzheimer's disease.

MINERALS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Selenium

Important for the stimulation of antibodies; Stimulates the creation of antioxidants.

NUTRITION LABEL

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Nutrition Facts

Mussels, raw

Serving Size: small mussel (10g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 8.6 cal
Calories from Fat 1.8 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.3%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0.2%
Cholesterol 2.8 mg 0.9%
Sodium 28.6 mg 1.2%
Total Carbohydrate 0.4 g 0.1%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars (Added) 0 g 0%
Protein 1.2 g 2.4%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 16 IU 0.3%
Vitamin B6 0 mg 0.3%
Vitamin B12 1.2 mcg 20%
Vitamin C 0.8 mg 1.3%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
Vitamin K 0 mcg 0%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 2.6 mg 0.3%
Copper (Cu) 0 mg 0.5%
Iron (Fe) 0.4 mg 2.2%
Magnesium (Mg) 3.4 mg 0.9%
Manganese (Mn) 0 mg 0%
Potassium (K) 32 mg 0.9%
Phosphorus (P) 19.7 mg 2%
Selenium (Se) 4.5 mcg 6.4%
Zinc (Zn) 0.2 mg 1.1%