Shiitake vs. Edible mushroom — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Shiitake and Edible mushroom different?
- Shiitake is richer in Vitamin B6, Manganese, and Fiber, while Edible mushroom is higher in Copper, Vitamin B2, Selenium, and Vitamin B1.
- Edible mushroom covers your daily need of Copper 20% more than Shiitake.
- Shiitake contains 5 times more Manganese than Edible mushroom. Shiitake contains 0.23mg of Manganese, while Edible mushroom contains 0.047mg.
Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Mushrooms, white, raw types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +98.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +389.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +123.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +63.2% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +181.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +85.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +30.8% |
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:
3.09 g
Fats:
0.34 g
Carbs:
3.26 g
Water:
92.45 g
Other:
0.86 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +44.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +108.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.2% |
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Water
~92.45g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.38 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.48 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +60.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 34kcal | 22kcal |
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| Protein | 2.24g | 3.09g |
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| Fats | 0.49g | 0.34g |
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| Vitamin C | 2.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 4.29g | 2.26g |
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| Carbs | 6.79g | 3.26g |
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| Vitamin D | 18IU | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 2mg | 3mg |
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| Potassium | 304mg | 318mg |
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| Iron | 0.41mg | 0.5mg |
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| Sugar | 2.38g | 1.98g |
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| Fiber | 2.5g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.318mg |
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| Zinc | 1.03mg | 0.52mg |
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| Phosphorus | 112mg | 86mg |
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| Sodium | 9mg | 5mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.01mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.047mg |
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| Selenium | 5.7µg | 9.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.402mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 3.607mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 1.497mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.104mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 17µg |
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| Choline | 17.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.05g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.16g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.035mg |
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| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.107mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.076mg |
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| Leucine | 0.189mg | 0.12mg |
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| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.107mg |
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| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.031mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0.085mg |
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| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.232mg |
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| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.057mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.17g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.05g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Edible mushroom is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edible mushroom contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Edible mushroom is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edible mushroom is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.