Mussels, steamed or poached
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Oz, Cooked28 g
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Cup150 g
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Small Mussel5 g
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Medium Mussel8 g
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Large Mussel10 g

Calories in 1 medium mussel (8 g)
13.7 calories, 3.6 from fat
 
Carbs
0.6 g
 
Proteins
1.9 g
 
Fat
0.4 g
 
Sat. Fat
0.1 g

KEY FACTS

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  • Mussels, steamed or poached has medium calorie density - this means that the amount of calories you are getting from an ounce is moderate (0.06 cal/oz).
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals (76.5%/cal) - a good source of Vitamin B12 (helps prevent Alzheimer's disease), Selenium (stimulates the creation of antioxidants), Iron (plays a key role in providing strength to the immune system), Phosphorus (a vital part of the body growth process), Zinc (one of the most important nutrients for infants and new mothers), Vitamin C (protects against immune system deficiencies), Magnesium (relaxes the nervous system) and Potassium (helps reduce the risk of heart diseases and hypertension).
  • Mussels, steamed or poached contains a moderate amount of risky components that may include saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium (0.02%/oz).
  • Good source of proteins (47% of DV/100g)! This item has no fiber content (0% of DV/100g).
Calories Nutrition Risky Content
Medium
Density
(1.7 cal/g)
High
Density
(76.5 %/cal)
Medium
Density
(0.7 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
4%
Protein
0%
Carbs
0%
Fiber
1%
Fat
0%
Saturated Fat
2%
Cholesterol
4%
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

A powerful booster of heart health; Helps the regulation of hormones in the body.

NUTRITION LABEL

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

Nutrition Facts

Mussels, steamed or poached

Serving Size: medium mussel (8g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 13.7 cal
Calories from Fat 3.6 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.4 g 0.5%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.3%
Cholesterol 4.5 mg 1.5%
Sodium 90.2 mg 3.8%
Total Carbohydrate 0.6 g 0.2%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars (Added) 0 g 0%
Protein 1.9 g 3.8%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 22.9 IU 0.5%
Vitamin B6 0 mg 0.4%
Vitamin B12 1.7 mcg 28.7%
Vitamin C 1 mg 1.7%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
Vitamin K 0 mcg 0%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 4.2 mg 0.4%
Copper (Cu) 0 mg 0.6%
Iron (Fe) 0.6 mg 3.1%
Magnesium (Mg) 5.4 mg 1.4%
Manganese (Mn) 0 mg 0%
Potassium (K) 45.9 mg 1.3%
Phosphorus (P) 23.5 mg 2.4%
Selenium (Se) 7.1 mcg 10.2%
Zinc (Zn) 0.3 mg 1.7%