Shiitake vs. Cod liver oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shiitake and cod liver oil?
- Shiitake is higher in vitamin B5, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, phosphorus, copper, selenium, manganese, and fiber; however, cod liver oil is richer in vitamin D.
- Cod liver oil's daily need coverage for vitamin D is 1664% more.
- Cod liver oil has a lower glycemic index (0) than shiitake (32).
We used Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Fish oil, cod liver 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +62400% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20308.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 30000µg | 3333% | |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 10000IU | 1248% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 250µg | 1248% |
| Cholesterol | 570mg | 190% | |
| Fats | 0.49g | 100g | 153% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 22.541g | 150% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 46.711g | 117% | |
| Saturated fat | 22.608g | 103% | |
| Calories | 34kcal | 902kcal | 43% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 0g | 10% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 0g | 4% |
| Folate | 13µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.38g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 6.898g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 10.968g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.935g | 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%
1058%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 570mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 22.608g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $3.7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shiitake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cod liver oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cod liver oil contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cod liver oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.