Shiitake vs. Truffle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between shiitake and truffle?
- Shiitake is richer in vitamin B5 and vitamin B6, while truffle is higher in fiber, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B2, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin B3.
- Truffle's daily need coverage for fiber is 270% higher.
- Truffle has 3 times less vitamin B5 than shiitake. Shiitake has 1.5mg of vitamin B5, while truffle has 0.481mg.
- Truffle has a higher glycemic index (45) than shiitake (32).
We used Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Fungi, Cloud ears, dried types in this comparison.
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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 | -74.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +315% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +7850% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +148% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1334.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +748.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +661.4% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +211.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +161.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +288.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +192.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +506.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +312.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +975.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +198.6% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 2.5g | 70.1g | 270% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 1.951mg | 75% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 43.4µg | 69% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 5.88mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.844mg | 48% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 73.01g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.481mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 159mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 6.267mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 83mg | 15% |
| Protein | 2.24g | 9.25g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.112mg | 14% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 284kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 754mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 184mg | 10% |
| Folate | 13µg | 38µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.183mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 1.32mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 0.73g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 2.91g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.015mg | 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% |
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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
107%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Truffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food is cheaper?
Truffle is cheaper (difference - $1.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Truffle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)
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.