Sardine vs. Shiitake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Sardine and Shiitake?
- Sardine is richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B3, while Shiitake is higher in Vitamin B5, Fiber, and Vitamin B6.
- Sardine's daily need coverage for Selenium is 85% higher.
- Shiitake has 191 times less Calcium than Sardine. Sardine has 382mg of Calcium, while Shiitake has 2mg.
- Shiitake is lower in Sodium.
We used Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone and Mushrooms, shiitake, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +95% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +19000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +612.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +27.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +337.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +824.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +113% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +35.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +133.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +30% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +999.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2236.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +483.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.5% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 208kcal | 34kcal |
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| Protein | 24.62g | 2.24g |
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| Fats | 11.45g | 0.49g |
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| Net carbs | 0g | 4.29g |
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| Carbs | 0g | 6.79g |
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| Cholesterol | 142mg |
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| Vitamin D | 193IU | 18IU |
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| Magnesium | 39mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 382mg | 2mg |
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| Potassium | 397mg | 304mg |
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| Iron | 2.92mg | 0.41mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 2.38g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2.5g |
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| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.142mg |
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| Zinc | 1.31mg | 1.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 490mg | 112mg |
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| Sodium | 307mg | 9mg |
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| Vitamin A | 108IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 32µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.04mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.108mg | 0.23mg |
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| Selenium | 52.7µg | 5.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.217mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 3.877mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 1.5mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 0.293mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 8.94µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.6µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 13µg |
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| Choline | 75mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.528g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.869g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.011mg |
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| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0.134mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0.111mg |
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| Leucine | 2.001mg | 0.189mg |
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| Lysine | 2.26mg | 0.134mg |
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| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.033mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0.111mg |
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| Valine | 1.268mg | 0.145mg |
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| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.056mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g |
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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
124%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 298mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.528g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $5.7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sardine is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sardine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins