Shiitake vs. Millet flour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between shiitake and millet flour
- Shiitake is higher in vitamin B2, yet millet flour is higher in selenium, iron, copper, manganese, vitamin B1, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin B3.
- Millet flour covers your daily selenium needs 49% more than shiitake.
- Shiitake contains 3 times more vitamin B2 than millet flour. While shiitake contains 0.217mg of vitamin B2, millet flour contains only 0.073mg.
- The glycemic index of shiitake is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Millet flour.
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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 | +35.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +495% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +600% |
| Contains more IronIron | +861% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +276.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +155.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +154.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +335.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +473.7% |
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 | +197.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2653.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +223.1% |
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:
10.75 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
75.12 g
Water:
8.67 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +935.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +379.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +767.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1006.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +63.5% |
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:
69.88 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
1.26 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.11 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +88.9% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| 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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 5.7µg | 32.7µg | 49% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 3.94mg | 44% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.535mg | 44% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 1.002mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.413mg | 33% |
| Starch | 69.88g | 29% | |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 285mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 119mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 75.12g | 23% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 382kcal | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.618g | 17% | |
| Protein | 2.24g | 10.75g | 17% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 2.63mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 6.02mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.073mg | 11% |
| Folate | 13µg | 42µg | 7% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 4.25g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.372mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 1.267mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 3.5g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.924g | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.536g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 2% | |
| Potassium | 304mg | 224mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 71.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 1.66g | N/A |
| Sodium | 9mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.111mg | 0.473mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.189mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.033mg | 0.319mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.111mg | 0.675mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.145mg | 0.584mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.056mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.044g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.549g | 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
24%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.536g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Millet flour is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.72g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Millet flour contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Millet flour is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Millet flour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Millet flour is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)