Shiitake vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shiitake and biscuits
- Shiitake is richer in vitamin B5 and vitamin B6, yet biscuits are richer in iron, vitamin B1, selenium, calcium, folate, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for iron for biscuits is 31% higher.
- Shiitake contains 8 times more vitamin B6 than biscuits. Shiitake contains 0.293mg of vitamin B6, while biscuits contain 0.035mg.
- Shiitake contains less sodium.
- Shiitake has a lower glycemic index than biscuits.
Food types used in this article are Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +151.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +90.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11650% |
| Contains more IronIron | +607.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +46.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +242.1% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +31.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +426.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +737.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2273.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +369.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +210.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +212.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3226.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +556.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +332.4% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.41mg | 2.9mg | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 28% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.356mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 19.5µg | 25% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 580mg | 25% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 16.3g | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.285mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 235mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.035mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 17% | |
| Calories | 34kcal | 353kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 44.6g | 13% |
| Folate | 13µg | 61µg | 12% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 7g | 10% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.082mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 164mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.31mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.378mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 2.949mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 121mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 0.54mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 1.5g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.273mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 0.514mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0.347mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 571mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.324g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is cheaper?
Biscuit is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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