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 cup (150 g)
256.5 calories, 60.3 from fat
 
Carbs
11 g
 
Proteins
35.6 g
 
Fat
6.7 g
 
Sat. Fat
1.3 g

KEY FACTS

(learn about health benefits or risks)
  • 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 (important for the stimulation of antibodies), Iron (important in regulating body temperature), Phosphorus (helps provide effective digestion), Zinc (keeps brain function strong), Vitamin C (helps prevent cardiovascular diseases), Magnesium (essential for proper hydration) 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)
71%
Protein
4%
Carbs
0%
Fiber
10%
Fat
6%
Saturated Fat
28%
Cholesterol
71%
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; Important for the stimulation of antibodies.

NUTRITION LABEL

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

Nutrition Facts

Mussels, steamed or poached

Serving Size: cup (150g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 256.5 cal
Calories from Fat 60.3 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 6.7 g 10.3%
Saturated Fat 1.3 g 6.3%
Cholesterol 84 mg 28%
Sodium 1692 mg 70.5%
Total Carbohydrate 11 g 3.7%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars (Added) 0 g 0%
Protein 35.6 g 71.1%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 430 IU 8.6%
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 6.8%
Vitamin B12 32.3 mcg 537.5%
Vitamin C 19.1 mg 31.8%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
Vitamin K 0.3 mcg 0.4%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 78 mg 7.5%
Copper (Cu) 0.2 mg 11.9%
Iron (Fe) 10.6 mg 59%
Magnesium (Mg) 102 mg 25.5%
Manganese (Mn) 0 mg 0%
Potassium (K) 861 mg 24.6%
Phosphorus (P) 441 mg 44.1%
Selenium (Se) 133.8 mcg 191.1%
Zinc (Zn) 4.8 mg 31.9%