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Side-by-Side Comparison Fish & Seafood

Oysters (Eastern Raw) vs. Tilapia (Raw Fillet)

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

Comparing:
Oysters (Eastern Raw)
Tilapia (Raw Fillet)

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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Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) is a widely farmed freshwater whitefish. Per 100g raw, it provides 96 kcal, 20.1g protein, 1.70g fat (0.58g saturated), 50mg cholesterol, and very low mercury.

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Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
51 kcal 96 kcal
Protein
5.71 g 20.1 g
Total Fat
1.71 g 1.70 g
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
410 mg 130 mg
Saturated Fat
0.33 g 0.58 g
Cholesterol
38.0 mg 50.0 mg
Mercury Level
Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) Very Low (< 0.02 PPM)
Potassium
156 mg 302 mg
USDA Safe Internal Temp
63°C (145°F) for cooked oysters 63°C (145°F)