Shiitake vs. Chicken meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shiitake and chicken meat?
- Shiitake is higher in fiber, vitamin B5, manganese, and copper; however, chicken meat is richer in selenium, vitamin B3, iron, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B6.
- Chicken meat's daily need coverage for selenium is 33% more.
- Chicken meat has a lower glycemic index (0) than shiitake (32).
We used Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, cooked, roasted types 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 PotassiumPotassium | +36.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +115.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1050% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +15% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +650% |
| Contains more IronIron | +207.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +88.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +319.3% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +29.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +45.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +118.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.24 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
6.79 g
Water:
89.74 g
Other:
0.74 g
Protein:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +51% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-311.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1118.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2675.5% |
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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 2.24g | 27.3g | 50% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 23.9µg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 8.487mg | 29% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 13.6g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.97g | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.79g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.34g | 13% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 13% | |
| Choline | 65.9mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 1.26mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 182mg | 10% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 239kcal | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 0g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 1.03mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.02mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.066mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 1.94mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.4mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 48µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.063mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.168mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 82mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 304mg | 223mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Folate | 13µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 2IU | 2% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 0g | 2% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 1.128mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 1.362mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 1.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 2.223mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.726mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 1.061mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 1.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.802mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.04g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 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
23%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 73mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.79g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken meat is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken meat is relatively richer in vitamins