Rhubarb vs. Oyster Mushroom
Nutrition comparison of Rhubarb and Oyster Mushroom
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
rhubarb
versus
oyster mushroom
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in rhubarb and oyster mushroom:
- Both rhubarb and oyster mushroom are high in potassium.
- Oyster mushroom has more thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, Vitamin B6 and folate.
- Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber.
- Rhubarb is an excellent source of calcium.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Rhubarb (Rhubarb, raw) and Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of calories - rhubarb has 21 calories per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 33 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, rhubarb is lighter in protein, heavier in carbs and similar to oyster mushroom for fat. Rhubarb has a macronutrient ratio of 16:78:6 and for oyster mushroom, 32:59:9 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Rhubarb | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 16% | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 78% | 59% |
| Fat | 6% | 9% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of carbs - rhubarb has 4.5g of total carbs per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbohydrates.
dietary fiber
Oyster mushroom is a great source of dietary fiber and it has 28% more dietary fiber than rhubarb - rhubarb has 1.8g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 2.3g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of sugar - rhubarb has 1.1g of sugar per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 1.1g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Oyster mushroom has 268% more protein than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.9g of protein per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both rhubarb and oyster mushroom are low in saturated fat - rhubarb has 0.05g of saturated fat per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 0.06g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Rhubarb has more Vitamin C than oyster mushroom - rhubarb has 8mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin A
Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of Vitamin A - rhubarb has 5ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 2ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin D
Oyster mushroom has more Vitamin D than rhubarb - oyster mushroom has 29iu of Vitamin D per 100 grams and rhubarb does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin E
Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of Vitamin E - rhubarb has 0.27mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
Vitamin K
Rhubarb has more Vitamin K than oyster mushroom - rhubarb has 29.3ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and oyster mushroom does not contain significant amounts.
The B Vitamins
Oyster mushroom has more thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, Vitamin B6 and folate.
| Rhubarb | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.02 MG | 0.125 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 MG | 0.349 MG |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 4.956 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.085 MG | 1.294 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024 MG | 0.11 MG |
| Folate | 7 UG | 38 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Rhubarb is an excellent source of calcium and it has 27 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - rhubarb has 86mg of calcium per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium.
iron
Oyster mushroom has 505% more iron than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.22mg of iron per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 1.3mg of iron.
potassium
Both rhubarb and oyster mushroom are high in potassium. Oyster mushroom has 46% more potassium than rhubarb - rhubarb has 288mg of potassium per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 420mg 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,
| Rhubarb | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 61 UG | 29 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 170 UG | ~ |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Rhubarb | Oyster Mushroom | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.099 G | 0.123 G |
| Total | 0.099 G | 0.123 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: Rhubarb (Rhubarb, raw) and Oyster Mushroom (Mushrooms, oyster, raw) .
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FAQ
Does rhubarb or oyster mushroom contain more calories in 100 grams?Rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of calories - rhubarb has 21 calories in 100g and oyster mushroom has 33 calories.
Is rhubarb or oyster mushroom better for protein?
Oyster mushroom has 270% more protein than rhubarb - rhubarb has 0.9g of protein per 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 3.3g of protein.
Does rhubarb or oyster mushroom have more carbohydrates?
By weight, rhubarb and oyster mushroom contain similar amounts of carbs - rhubarb has 4.5g of carbs for 100g and oyster mushroom has 6.1g of carbohydrates.
Does rhubarb or oyster mushroom contain more calcium?
Rhubarb is a rich source of calcium and it has 27 times more calcium than oyster mushroom - rhubarb has 86mg of calcium in 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 3mg of calcium.
Does rhubarb or oyster mushroom contain more potassium?
Both rhubarb and oyster mushroom are high in potassium. Oyster mushroom has 50% more potassium than rhubarb - rhubarb has 288mg of potassium in 100 grams and oyster mushroom has 420mg of potassium.