Chicken fingers vs. Shiitake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken fingers and shiitake different?
- Chicken fingers are higher in vitamin B3, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B1; however, shiitake is richer in copper, fiber, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for chicken fingers is 33% higher.
- Chicken fingers contain 7 times more vitamin B1 than shiitake. While chicken fingers contain 0.11mg of vitamin B1, shiitake contains only 0.015mg.
- Shiitake has less sodium.
- Shiitake has a lower glycemic index (32) than chicken fingers (46).
Fast foods, chicken tenders and Mushrooms, shiitake, raw are the varieties used in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +750% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +78% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +151.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +207% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +105.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +46.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
Protein:
2.24 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
6.79 g
Water:
89.74 g
Other:
0.74 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +758% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2746.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +154.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +297.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +92.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.38 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.783g | 39% | |
| Protein | 19.22g | 2.24g | 34% |
| Sodium | 769mg | 9mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.217mg | 3.877mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 282mg | 112mg | 24% |
| Fats | 13.95g | 0.49g | 21% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 5.7µg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.83g | 12% | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 34kcal | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.493g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.426mg | 0.293mg | 10% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.142mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.015mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 2.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.244mg | 1.5mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 0.41mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.179mg | 0.217mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 17.25g | 6.79g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 1.03mg | 3% |
| Folate | 19µg | 13µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 304mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 18IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.05g | 4.29g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 2.38g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.228mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0.011mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0.189mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0.111mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0.056mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 760mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.493g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.98g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins