Shiitake vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between shiitake and fast food
- Shiitake is higher in vitamin B5 and vitamin B6, yet fast food is higher in iron, selenium, vitamin B1, folate, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3.
- Fast food covers your daily iron needs 33% more than shiitake.
- Shiitake contains 3 times more vitamin B5 than fast food. While shiitake contains 1.5mg of vitamin B5, fast food contains only 0.53mg.
- The amount of sodium in shiitake is lower.
- The glycemic index of shiitake is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 | +54.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +35% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3000% |
| Contains more IronIron | +646.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +144.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +55.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +256.1% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +183% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +38.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2013.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +44.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +515.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +133.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +637.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2351% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +363.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +105.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +16.1% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 3.06mg | 33% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 16.52g | 29% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 20.3µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.317mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.53mg | 19% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 12.01g | 18% |
| Folate | 13µg | 80µg | 17% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 2.52mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 331mg | 14% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 297kcal | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 12% | |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 5.617mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.363mg | 11% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 31.5g | 8% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.212mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.357mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 62mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 134mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 1.7g | 3% |
| Fructose | 0g | 2.27g | 3% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 197mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.121mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 2IU | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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
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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 - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shiitake is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 322mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.493g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins