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SWITCH – Project number: 101060483

Call: HORIZON-CL6-2021-FARM2FORK-01-15:
Transition to sustainable and healthy dietary behaviour

Project number: 101060483

Food index Shellfish Bivalves

Mussel – farmed

Mussel – farmed

Mussels are a good source of vitamins, iron, and minerals. They are a great protein source as they contain a modest amount of cholesterol and have a very low environmental impact.

Data

Environmental score

For producing 1kg

Carbon Footprint

Carbon Footprint

0.7 kg CO2e/kg

Carbon Footprint

Blue Sustainability Index (BSI)

Optimal

Nutritional information

For 100g

Proteins (g)11.7
Fat (g)2.7
Saturated Fat (g)0.5
Monounsaturated Fat (g)0.6
Polyunsaturated Fat (g)0.6
Carbohydrates (g)3.4
Salt (g)0.3