Nutritional Information
The nutrients contained in 3 ounces of mussels include:
- Calories: 146. Mussels have a low-calorie count.
- Proteins: 20g. High amounts of quality proteins.
- Carbohydrates: 6g.
- Fats: 4g. Low in fat, but rich in Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Vitamin B12: 20mcg. Adequate amounts of vitamin B12 for red blood cell development.
- Omega-3 fatty acids: 700mg. High amounts for brain and heart health.
- Manganese: for bone health.
- Selenium: for the proper functioning of the immune system and the thyroid gland.
- Zinc: 21% of the RDI. Necessary for the healing of wounds and normal growth of cells. [3]
