Shiitake vs. Almonds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Shiitake and Almonds different?
- Shiitake is higher in Vitamin B5, however, Almonds are richer in Copper, Manganese, Vitamin B2, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Iron, Fiber, Calcium, and Zinc.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Almonds is 99% higher.
- Shiitake contains 3 times more Vitamin B5 than Almonds. While Shiitake contains 1.5mg of Vitamin B5, Almonds contain only 0.471mg.
Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Nuts, almonds 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 SeleniumSelenium | +39% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1250% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13350% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +141.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +804.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +626.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +202.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +329.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +847.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +218.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +113.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +424.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +238.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +1934.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +844.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10089.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +217.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1300% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 34kcal | 579kcal |
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| Protein | 2.24g | 21.15g |
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| Fats | 0.49g | 49.93g |
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| Net carbs | 4.29g | 9.05g |
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| Carbs | 6.79g | 21.55g |
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| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 270mg |
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| Calcium | 2mg | 269mg |
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| Potassium | 304mg | 733mg |
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| Iron | 0.41mg | 3.71mg |
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| Sugar | 2.38g | 4.35g |
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| Fiber | 2.5g | 12.5g |
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| Copper | 0.142mg | 1.031mg |
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| Zinc | 1.03mg | 3.12mg |
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| Starch | 0.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 112mg | 481mg |
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| Sodium | 9mg | 1mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 25.63mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.23mg | 2.179mg |
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| Selenium | 5.7µg | 4.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 1.138mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 3.618mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.471mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.137mg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 44µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.015g |
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| Choline | 52.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.802g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 31.551g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 12.329g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.211mg |
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| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.601mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.751mg |
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| Leucine | 0.189mg | 1.473mg |
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| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.568mg |
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| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.157mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 1.132mg |
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| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.855mg |
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| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.539mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.11g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 12.32g |
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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
24%
78%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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142%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shiitake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.802g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almonds contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almonds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Almonds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Almonds is relatively richer in vitamins