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Side-by-Side Comparison Fish & Seafood

Atlantic Mackerel vs. Oysters (Eastern Raw)

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Atlantic Mackerel
Oysters (Eastern Raw)

Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) is an oily pelagic fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 205 kcal, 18.6g protein, 13.9g healthy fats (3.3g saturated), an extraordinary 2,590mg Omega-3 (EPA+DHA), and exceptionally low mercury.

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Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) are bivalve mollusks containing the highest concentration of dietary zinc of any food on Earth. Per 100g raw, they provide 51 kcal, 5.71g protein, 1.71g fat, 2.72g glycogen carbs, and an astonishing 16.6mg zinc (151% DV).

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Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
205 kcal 51 kcal
Protein
18.6 g 5.71 g
Total Fat
13.9 g 1.71 g
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
2,590 mg 410 mg
Saturated Fat
3.30 g 0.33 g
Cholesterol
70.0 mg 38.0 mg
Mercury Level
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM - Atlantic Scomber species) Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM)
Potassium
314 mg 156 mg
USDA Safe Internal Temp
63°C (145°F) 63°C (145°F) for cooked oysters