Oyster Mushroom vs. Almonds
Nutrition comparison of Oyster Mushroom and Almonds
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
oyster mushroom
versus
almonds
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in oyster mushroom and almonds:
- Both oyster mushroom and almonds are high in dietary fiber and potassium.
- Almond has more riboflavin, however, oyster mushroom contains more pantothenic acid.
- Almond is an excellent source of Vitamin E, calcium, iron and protein.
- Oyster mushroom has 72% less carbohydrates than almond.
- Oyster mushroom has signficantly less saturated fat than almond.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Almonds (Nuts, almonds) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Almond is high in calories and oyster mushroom has 94% less calories than almond - oyster mushroom has 33 calories per 100 grams and almond has 579 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, oyster mushroom is heavier in protein, much heavier in carbs and much lighter in fat compared to almonds per calorie. Oyster mushroom has a macronutrient ratio of 32:59:9 and for almonds, 14:14:73 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Oyster Mushroom | Almonds | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32% | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 59% | 14% |
| Fat | 9% | 73% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Oyster mushroom has 72% less carbohydrates than almond - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of total carbs per 100 grams and almond has 21.6g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Both oyster mushroom and almonds are high in dietary fiber. Almond has 443% more dietary fiber than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and almond has 12.5g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Oyster mushroom and almonds contain similar amounts of sugar - oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and almond has 4.4g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Almond is an excellent source of protein and it has 539% more protein than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and almond has 21.2g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Oyster mushroom has signficantly less saturated fat than almond - oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat per 100 grams and almond has 3.8g of saturated fat.
trans fat
Both almonds and oyster mushroom are low in trans fat - almond has 0.02g of trans fat per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
Oyster mushroom and almonds contain similar amounts of Vitamin A - oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and almond does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has more Vitamin D than almond - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and almond does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin E
Almond is an excellent source of Vitamin E and it has more Vitamin E than oyster mushroom - almond has 25.6mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
The B Vitamins
Almond has more riboflavin, however, oyster mushroom contains more pantothenic acid. Both oyster mushroom and almonds contain significant amounts of thiamin, niacin, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Oyster Mushroom | Almonds | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.125 MG | 0.205 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.349 MG | 1.138 MG |
| Niacin | 4.956 MG | 3.618 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.294 MG | 0.471 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 MG | 0.137 MG |
| Folate | 38 UG | 44 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Almond is an excellent source of calcium and it has 88 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium per 100 grams and almond has 269mg of calcium.
iron
Almond is an excellent source of iron and it has 179% more iron than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron per 100 grams and almond has 3.7mg of iron.
potassium
Both oyster mushroom and almonds are high in potassium. Almond has 75% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium per 100 grams and almond has 733mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids,
| Oyster Mushroom | Almonds | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 29 UG | 1 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | ~ | 1 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, almond has more linoleic acid than oyster mushroom per 100 grams.
| Oyster Mushroom | Almonds | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.123 G | 12.324 G |
| other omega 6 | ~ | 0.002 G |
| Total | 0.123 G | 12.326 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by common portions, e.g. cups, packages. You can also see a more concrete comparison by weight at equal weight (by grams) comparison.
Note: The specific food items compared are: Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) and Almonds (Nuts, almonds) .
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FAQ
Does oyster mushroom or almonds contain more calories in 100 grams?Almond is high in calories and oyster mushroom has 90% less calories than almond - oyster mushroom has 33 calories in 100g and almond has 579 calories.
Is oyster mushroom or almonds better for protein?
Almond is a fantastic source of protein and it has 540% more protein than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and almond has 21.2g of protein.
Does oyster mushroom or almonds have more carbohydrates?
By weight, oyster mushroom has 70% fewer carbohydrates than almond - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbs for 100g and almond has 21.6g of carbohydrates.
Does oyster mushroom or almonds contain more calcium?
Almond is a rich source of calcium and it has 88 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium in 100 grams and almond has 269mg of calcium.
Does oyster mushroom or almonds contain more iron?
Almond is an abundant source of iron and it has 180% more iron than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron in 100 grams and almond has 3.7mg of iron.
Does oyster mushroom or almonds contain more potassium?
Both oyster mushroom and almonds are high in potassium. Almond has 80% more potassium than oyster mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium in 100 grams and almond has 733mg of potassium.