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Provincetown Mussels - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Provincetown Mussels Recipe

Provincetown Mussels has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 7.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Provincetown Mussels has been given a composite ranking of 81, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein36%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A324.2 IU6.5%Top 30%High
Retinol40.1 mcg
Vitamin C9.6 mg15.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.3 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.3 mg6.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate28 mcg7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B127 mcg116.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.64 mg6.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron2.5 mg14.2%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium24.2 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus124.2 mg12.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium253.5 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Sodium179 mg7.5%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.3 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.9 mg95.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium26.1 mcg37.3%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.5 g1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.51 g2%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.2 g14.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.7 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.4%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol1.3 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 Calories from Fat 52

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.8 g 8.9%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 31.5 mg 10.5%

Sodium 281 mg 11.7%

Total Carbohydrates 7.1 g 2.4%

Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 11.3 g 22.6%

Vitamin A 10.2% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 3.3% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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