Shiitake vs. White chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between shiitake and white chocolate
- Shiitake is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, manganese, fiber, and copper, yet white chocolate is higher in calcium and phosphorus.
- White chocolate covers your daily calcium needs 20% more than shiitake.
- Shiitake contains 29 times more manganese than white chocolate. While shiitake contains 0.23mg of manganese, white chocolate contains only 0.008mg.
- The amount of sugar in shiitake is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Mushrooms, shiitake, raw and Candies, white chocolate.
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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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +70.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +136.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2775% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +9850% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.1% |
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 | +420.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +146.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +423.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +85.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30% |
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:
5.87 g
Fats:
32.09 g
Carbs:
59.24 g
Water:
1.3 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +6803.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6449% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +772.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.7% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 19.412g | 88% | |
| Fats | 0.49g | 32.09g | 49% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 539kcal | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg | 23% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.097g | 23% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.877mg | 0.745mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 199mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.5mg | 0.608mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.293mg | 0.056mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 6.79g | 59.24g | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.008mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 176mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.142mg | 0.06mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 0.2g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9.1µg | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.013g | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% | |
| Protein | 2.24g | 5.87g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 6% | |
| Choline | 29.5mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.282mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 90mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.063mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.03mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Folate | 13µg | 7µg | 2% |
| Selenium | 5.7µg | 4.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.41mg | 0.24mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 18IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 304mg | 286mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 4.29g | 59.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.38g | 59g | N/A |
| 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%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
24%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shiitake is lower in Sugar (difference - 56.62g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.412g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shiitake is relatively richer in minerals
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.