Maple syrup vs. Shiitake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between maple syrup and shiitake
- Maple syrup has more manganese, vitamin B2, and calcium, while shiitake has more vitamin B5, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, copper, fiber, and selenium.
- Maple syrup's daily need coverage for manganese is 116% higher.
- Shiitake contains 51 times less calcium than maple syrup. Maple syrup contains 102mg of calcium, while shiitake contains 2mg.
- Shiitake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of shiitake is 32, while the glycemic index of maple syrup is 54.
The food types used in this comparison are Syrups, maple and Mushrooms, shiitake, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +5000% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +42.7% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1164.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +272.7% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +688.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5500% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +850% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +340% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +485.3% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4686.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +4066.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14550% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
Protein:
2.24 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
6.79 g
Water:
89.74 g
Other:
0.74 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +887.3% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +5500% |
Contains more FatsFats | +716.7% |
Contains more WaterWater | +177.1% |
Contains more OtherOther | +57.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
58.32 g
Glucose:
1.6 g
Fructose:
0.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.38 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +48.8% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 2.908mg | 0.23mg | 116% |
Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg | 0.217mg | 81% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 1.5mg | 29% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg | 3.877mg | 24% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.293mg | 22% |
Carbs | 67.04g | 6.79g | 20% |
Phosphorus | 2mg | 112mg | 16% |
Copper | 0.018mg | 0.142mg | 14% |
Calories | 260kcal | 34kcal | 11% |
Calcium | 102mg | 2mg | 10% |
Fiber | 0g | 2.5g | 10% |
Selenium | 0.6µg | 5.7µg | 9% |
Protein | 0.04g | 2.24g | 4% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
Zinc | 1.47mg | 1.03mg | 4% |
Iron | 0.11mg | 0.41mg | 4% |
Folate | 0µg | 13µg | 3% |
Potassium | 212mg | 304mg | 3% |
Vitamin D | 0IU | 18IU | 2% |
Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.4µg | 2% |
Fats | 0.06g | 0.49g | 1% |
Fructose | 0.52g | 0g | 1% |
Net carbs | 67.04g | 4.29g | N/A |
Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg | 0% |
Sugar | 60.46g | 2.38g | N/A |
Sodium | 12mg | 9mg | 0% |
Saturated fat | 0.007g | 0% | |
Choline | 1.6mg | 0% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g | 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% |
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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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23%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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24%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Shiitake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Shiitake is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Shiitake contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Shiitake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.007g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Shiitake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?

Shiitake is cheaper (difference - $2.7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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