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Shortcake vs. Strudel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Shortcake and Strudel

  • Strudel is richer than Shortcake in Vitamin B12, Iron, Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Vitamin B1.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Strudel is 64% higher.
  • Shortcake contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe and KELLOGG'S, EGGO, Wafflers, Strawberry Strudel.

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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 Magnesium +23.1%
Contains more Potassium +49.3%
Contains less Sodium -26.8%
Contains more Zinc +20%
Contains more Calcium +42.9%
Contains more Iron +132.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +83.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 62% 96% 12% 62% 10% 66% 14% 26% 44% 93%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 88% 222% 10% 113% 7% 91% 11% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Magnesium +23.1%
Contains more Potassium +49.3%
Contains less Sodium -26.8%
Contains more Zinc +20%
Contains more Calcium +42.9%
Contains more Iron +132.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +83.9%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +1727.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +25.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +65.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +106%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1666.7%
Contains more Folate +39.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +2185.7%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 5% 0% 0% 1% 78% 63% 49% 15% 7% 40% 9% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 79% 0% 0% 0% 98% 104% 100% 0% 123% 56% 200% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +1727.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +25.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +65.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +106%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +1666.7%
Contains more Folate +39.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +2185.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +22%
Contains more Fats +29.1%
Contains more Other +71.4%
Equal in Carbs - 50
Equal in Water - 29.2
6% 14% 49% 28% 3%
Protein: 6.1 g
Fats: 14.2 g
Carbs: 48.5 g
Water: 28.4 g
Other: 2.8 g
5% 11% 50% 29% 5%
Protein: 5 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 50 g
Water: 29.2 g
Other: 4.8 g
Contains more Protein +22%
Contains more Fats +29.1%
Contains more Other +71.4%
Equal in Carbs - 50
Equal in Water - 29.2

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +115.9%
Contains less Saturated Fat -28.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +26.7%
28% 45% 27%
Saturated Fat: 3.772 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.045 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.632 g
27% 28% 46%
Saturated Fat: 2.7 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.8 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.6 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +115.9%
Contains less Saturated Fat -28.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +26.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Shortcake Strudel
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Shortcake Strudel Opinion
Net carbs 48.5g 48.8g Strudel
Protein 6.1g 5g Shortcake
Fats 14.2g 11g Shortcake
Carbs 48.5g 50g Strudel
Calories 346kcal 318kcal Shortcake
Sugar 16.8g Shortcake
Fiber 1.2g Strudel
Calcium 205mg 293mg Strudel
Iron 2.54mg 5.9mg Strudel
Magnesium 16mg 13mg Shortcake
Phosphorus 143mg 263mg Strudel
Potassium 106mg 71mg Shortcake
Sodium 506mg 691mg Shortcake
Zinc 0.48mg 0.4mg Shortcake
Copper 0.076mg Shortcake
Manganese 0.33mg Shortcake
Selenium 17µg Shortcake
Vitamin A 72IU 1316IU Strudel
Vitamin A RAE 18µg 395µg Strudel
Vitamin D 1IU Strudel
Vitamin C 0.2mg Shortcake
Vitamin B1 0.311mg 0.39mg Strudel
Vitamin B2 0.272mg 0.45mg Strudel
Vitamin B3 2.573mg 5.3mg Strudel
Vitamin B5 0.248mg Shortcake
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.53mg Strudel
Folate 53µg 74µg Strudel
Vitamin B12 0.07µg 1.6µg Strudel
Tryptophan 0.076mg Shortcake
Threonine 0.184mg Shortcake
Isoleucine 0.238mg Shortcake
Leucine 0.449mg Shortcake
Lysine 0.197mg Shortcake
Methionine 0.115mg Shortcake
Phenylalanine 0.302mg Shortcake
Valine 0.273mg Shortcake
Histidine 0.14mg Shortcake
Cholesterol 3mg 12mg Shortcake
Trans Fat 0.2g Shortcake
Saturated Fat 3.772g 2.7g Strudel
Monounsaturated Fat 6.045g 2.8g Shortcake
Polyunsaturated fat 3.632g 4.6g Strudel

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Shortcake Strudel
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
22%
Shortcake
63%
Strudel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
Shortcake
54%
Strudel

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Strudel
Strudel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.072g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Strudel
Strudel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortcake
Shortcake is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortcake
Shortcake contains less Sodium (difference - 185mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortcake
Shortcake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Shortcake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174941/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.