Atlantic Cod vs. Oysters (Eastern Raw)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) is a staple lean white fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 82 kcal, 17.8g protein, 0.67g total fat (0.13g saturated), 43mg cholesterol, and 180mg Omega-3 with delicate flaking white flesh.
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).
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
82 kcal | 51 kcal |
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Protein
|
17.8 g | 5.71 g |
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Total Fat
|
0.67 g | 1.71 g |
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Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
180 mg | 410 mg |
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Saturated Fat
|
0.13 g | 0.33 g |
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Cholesterol
|
43.0 mg | 38.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (0.05 PPM) | Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) |
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Potassium
|
413 mg | 156 mg |
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USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) | 63°C (145°F) for cooked oysters |