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Oysters vs. Mussels
Nutrition Facts
Calories in Oysters
Serving Size: 8oz
Amount Per Serving
Calories
179
Total Fat
5 g
Saturated Fat
2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2 g
Monounsaturated Fat
1 g
Cholesterol
86 mg
Sodium
369 mg
Potassium
345 mg
Total Carbohydrate
17 g
Dietary Fiber
0 g
Sugars
0 g
Protein
16 g
Nutrition Facts
Calories in Mussels
Serving Size: 8oz
Amount Per Serving
Calories
390
Total Fat
10 g
Saturated Fat
2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3 g
Monounsaturated Fat
2 g
Cholesterol
127 mg
Sodium
836 mg
Potassium
607 mg
Total Carbohydrate
17 g
Dietary Fiber
0 g
Sugars
0 g
Protein
54 g
You hear all the time that to lose weight, you should track what you eat. There have been many studies that have confirmed that counting calories can help you lose weight faster than those who do not count calories at all. The reason that counting calories is so important is the education you get when it comes to knowing what is in the foods you eat.
It can be very helpful to look at a side-by-side comparison of different foods. By seeing both foods compared, you can make wise choices on what you eat. On this page, we compare Oysters Versus Mussels to see which food has fewer calories, less fat, more protein, and more fiber.