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Shiitake vs. Tuna Bluefin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Shiitake and Tuna Bluefin?

  • Shiitake is richer in Fiber, and Manganese, while Tuna Bluefin is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Iron, Magnesium, and Vitamin B2.
  • Tuna Bluefin's daily need coverage for Selenium is 75% higher.

We used Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 0.6% 27% 15% 47% 28% 48% 1.2% 30% 31%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 46% 3% 29% 49% 37% 21% 140% 6.5% 2.6% 255%
Contains more CopperCopper +29.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +33.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -82%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1050%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +220%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +400%
Contains more IronIron +219.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +191.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +721.1%
~equal in Potassium ~323mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 12% 3.8% 50% 73% 90% 68% 0% 0% 9.8% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 151% 0% 0% 70% 71% 198% 82% 121% 1360% 0% 1.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +550%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1753.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +41%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +171.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +79.2%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~1.37mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 7% 90%
Protein: 2.24 g
Fats: 0.49 g
Carbs: 6.79 g
Water: 89.74 g
Other: 0.74 g
30% 6% 59% 5%
Protein: 29.91 g
Fats: 6.28 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 59.09 g
Other: 4.72 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +51.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1235.3%
Contains more FatsFats +1181.6%
Contains more OtherOther +537.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Shiitake Tuna Bluefin
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Shiitake Tuna Bluefin Opinion
Calories 34kcal 184kcal Tuna Bluefin
Protein 2.24g 29.91g Tuna Bluefin
Fats 0.49g 6.28g Tuna Bluefin
Net carbs 4.29g 0g Shiitake
Carbs 6.79g 0g Shiitake
Cholesterol 49mg Shiitake
Vitamin D 18IU Shiitake
Magnesium 20mg 64mg Tuna Bluefin
Calcium 2mg 10mg Tuna Bluefin
Potassium 304mg 323mg Tuna Bluefin
Iron 0.41mg 1.31mg Tuna Bluefin
Sugar 2.38g Tuna Bluefin
Fiber 2.5g 0g Shiitake
Copper 0.142mg 0.11mg Shiitake
Zinc 1.03mg 0.77mg Shiitake
Phosphorus 112mg 326mg Tuna Bluefin
Sodium 9mg 50mg Shiitake
Vitamin A 2520IU Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin A 757µg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin D 0.4µg Shiitake
Manganese 0.23mg 0.02mg Shiitake
Selenium 5.7µg 46.8µg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B1 0.015mg 0.278mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B2 0.217mg 0.306mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B3 3.877mg 10.54mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B5 1.5mg 1.37mg Shiitake
Vitamin B6 0.293mg 0.525mg Tuna Bluefin
Vitamin B12 10.88µg Tuna Bluefin
Folate 13µg 2µg Shiitake
Saturated Fat 1.612g Shiitake
Monounsaturated Fat 2.053g Tuna Bluefin
Polyunsaturated fat 1.844g Tuna Bluefin
Tryptophan 0.011mg 0.335mg Tuna Bluefin
Threonine 0.134mg 1.311mg Tuna Bluefin
Isoleucine 0.111mg 1.378mg Tuna Bluefin
Leucine 0.189mg 2.431mg Tuna Bluefin
Lysine 0.134mg 2.747mg Tuna Bluefin
Methionine 0.033mg 0.885mg Tuna Bluefin
Phenylalanine 0.111mg 1.168mg Tuna Bluefin
Valine 0.145mg 1.541mg Tuna Bluefin
Histidine 0.056mg 0.88mg Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - EPA 0.363g Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - DHA 1.141g Tuna Bluefin
Omega-3 - DPA 0.16g Tuna Bluefin

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Shiitake Tuna Bluefin
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
24%
Shiitake
158%
Tuna Bluefin
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
Shiitake
59%
Tuna Bluefin

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.38g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna Bluefin
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shiitake
Shiitake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.612g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $5.7)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Shiitake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169242/nutrients
  2. Tuna Bluefin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173707/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.