Shiitake vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between shiitake and saffron
- Shiitake is higher in vitamin B3, yet saffron is higher in manganese, iron, magnesium, vitamin B6, potassium, copper, phosphorus, folate, and calcium.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 1225% more than shiitake.
- Shiitake contains 3 times more vitamin B3 than saffron. While shiitake contains 3.877mg of vitamin B3, saffron contains only 1.46mg.
- The glycemic index of shiitake is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Spices, saffron.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -93.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1220% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +467.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2607.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +131% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12251.3% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +165.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +244.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +615.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +654.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +410.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1093.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +862.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +636.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.23mg | 28.408mg | 1225% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 11.1mg | 134% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 90% | |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 264mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 1.01mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 1724mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 30% | |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.328mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 65.37g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 252mg | 20% |
| Folate | 13µg | 93µg | 20% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 11.43g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 1.46mg | 15% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 310kcal | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
| Calcium | 2mg | 111mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.115mg | 8% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 5.85g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 7% | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 148mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 3.9g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.267mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 1.09mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | N/A | |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 5.6µg | 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 - DPA | 0.006g | 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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479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 139mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins