French fries vs. Shiitake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between french fries and shiitake?
- French fries are richer in vitamin B1, potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber, while shiitake is higher in vitamin B5, vitamin B2, selenium, and vitamin B3.
- Shiitake's daily need coverage for vitamin B5 is 18% higher.
- Shiitake has 23 times less sodium than french fries. French fries have 210mg of sodium, while shiitake has 9mg.
- French fries have a higher glycemic index (70) than shiitake (32).
We used Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil 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 | +75% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +97.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +106% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +533.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +130.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +456.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +158.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
2.24 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
6.79 g
Water:
89.74 g
Other:
0.74 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2906.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +510.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +132.8% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 36% | |
| Fats | 14.73g | 0.49g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 1.5mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.969g | 15% | |
| Calories | 312kcal | 34kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.217mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.015mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 41.44g | 6.79g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.336g | 11% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 210mg | 9mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 5.7µg | 9% |
| Potassium | 579mg | 304mg | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.293mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 3.877mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.41mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.03mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 2.5g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 35mg | 20mg | 4% |
| Folate | 30µg | 13µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 18IU | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 112mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.43g | 2.24g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.142mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.64g | 4.29g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 2.38g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.06g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 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
27%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 201mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.336g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.08g)
Which food is cheaper?
French fries is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
French fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins