Mushroom vs. Oyster Mushroom
Nutrition comparison of Mushroom and Oyster Mushroom
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
mushroom
versus
oyster mushroom
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in mushroom and oyster mushroom:
- Both oyster mushroom and mushroom are high in potassium.
- Oyster mushroom has more folate, however, mushroom contains more Vitamin B12.
- Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Mushroom (Mushrooms, white, raw) and Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories per 100 grams and mushroom has 22 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, mushroom is heavier in protein, lighter in carbs and similar to oyster mushroom for fat. Mushroom has a macronutrient ratio of 44:47:10 and for oyster mushroom, 32:59:9 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Mushroom | Oyster Mushroom | |
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| Protein | 44% | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 47% | 59% |
| Fat | 10% | 9% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of total carbs per 100 grams and mushroom has 3.3g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber and it has 130% more dietary fiber than mushroom - oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and mushroom has 1g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of sugar - oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and mushroom has 2g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and mushroom has 3.1g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both oyster mushroom and mushroom are low in saturated fat - oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat per 100 grams and mushroom has 0.05g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Mushroom has more Vitamin C than oyster mushroom - mushroom has 2.1mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of Vitamin A - oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has 314% more Vitamin D than mushroom - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and mushroom has 7iu of Vitamin D.
Vitamin E
Mushroom and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - mushroom has 0.01mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
The B Vitamins
Oyster mushroom has more folate, however, mushroom contains more Vitamin B12. Both mushroom and oyster mushroom contain significant amounts of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin B6.
| Mushroom | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.081 MG | 0.125 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.402 MG | 0.349 MG |
| Niacin | 3.607 MG | 4.956 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.497 MG | 1.294 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.104 MG | 0.11 MG |
| Folate | 17 UG | 38 UG |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04 UG | ~ |
Minerals
calcium
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of calcium - oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium per 100 grams and mushroom has 3mg of calcium.
iron
Oyster mushroom has 166% more iron than mushroom - oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron per 100 grams and mushroom has 0.5mg of iron.
potassium
Both oyster mushroom and mushroom are high in potassium. Oyster mushroom has 32% more potassium than mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium per 100 grams and mushroom has 318mg of potassium.
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both mushroom and oyster mushroom contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Mushroom | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.16 G | 0.123 G |
| Total | 0.16 G | 0.123 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by weight, but sometimes 100g isn't that intuitive of a measurement for food. View a custom portion comparison (e.g. cups, oz, package).
You can try adding or subtracting the amount of either Mushroom or Oyster Mushroom .
Note: The specific food items compared are: Mushroom (Mushrooms, white, raw) and Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) .
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FAQ
Does oyster mushroom or mushroom contain more calories in 100 grams?Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of calories - oyster mushroom has 33 calories in 100g and mushroom has 22 calories.
Is oyster mushroom or mushroom better for protein?
Oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of protein - oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein per 100 grams and mushroom has 3.1g of protein.
Does oyster mushroom or mushroom have more carbohydrates?
By weight, oyster mushroom and mushroom contain similar amounts of carbs - oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbs for 100g and mushroom has 3.3g of carbohydrates.
Does oyster mushroom or mushroom contain more potassium?
Both oyster mushroom and mushroom are high in potassium. Oyster mushroom has 30% more potassium than mushroom - oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium in 100 grams and mushroom has 318mg of potassium.