Shrimp vs. Bamboo shoots — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shrimp and bamboo shoots?
- Shrimp is higher in phosphorus, copper, magnesium, and calcium, yet bamboo shoots are higher in manganese and potassium.
- Shrimp's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 63% more.
- Shrimp has 28 times more sodium than bamboo shoots. While shrimp has 111mg of sodium, bamboo shoots have only 4mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in bamboo shoots is lower.
- The glycemic index of bamboo shoots is lower.
We used Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked (not previously frozen) and Bamboo shoots, raw types in this article.
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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 | +1200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +438.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +99.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +49.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +301.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +105.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +693.9% |
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.
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.98 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
0.2 g
Water:
74.33 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.2 g
Water:
91 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +822.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2500% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.4% |
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Fats
~0.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.048 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.079 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.069 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.007 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +585.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 189mg | 0mg | 63% |
| Protein | 23.98g | 2.6g | 43% |
| Phosphorus | 237mg | 59mg | 25% |
| Copper | 0.379mg | 0.19mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.15mg | 13% | |
| Manganese | 0.033mg | 0.262mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 3mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 9% | |
| Potassium | 259mg | 533mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 70mg | 13mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 111mg | 4mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 1.64mg | 1.1mg | 5% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 27kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.161mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 0.2g | 5.2g | 2% |
| Folate | 7µg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.28g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.2g | 3g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.51mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 0.069g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.007g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.079g | 0.134g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.106mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.018g | 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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13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shrimp is lower in Sugar (difference - 3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shrimp is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.013g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shrimp is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 189mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bamboo shoots contains less Sodium (difference - 107mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bamboo shoots is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
Bamboo shoots is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bamboo shoots is relatively richer in vitamins