Broth vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between broth and shortbread
- Broth has more selenium, choline, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12; however, shortbread is richer in iron, vitamin B1, and vitamin E.
- Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1023% more.
- Shortbread contains less sodium.
- Shortbread has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of shortbread is 64, while the glycemic index of broth is 45.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1338.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +251.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +151.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +351.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +189.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +444.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +162% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +86.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +430.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +253% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +153.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.66 g
Fats:
13.88 g
Carbs:
18.01 g
Water:
2.27 g
Other:
49.18 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +210.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +4674.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +88.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +254.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +58.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.48 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 23875mg | 353mg | 1023% |
| Selenium | 28µg | 6.2µg | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.48g | 8.326g | 26% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 2.98mg | 24% |
| Protein | 16.66g | 5.37g | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.353mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.43g | 8.105g | 21% |
| Choline | 114.6mg | 0.9mg | 21% |
| Fats | 13.88g | 26.22g | 19% |
| Calcium | 187mg | 13mg | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Carbs | 18.01g | 63.78g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 66mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 2.44mg | 13% |
| Folate | 32µg | 81µg | 12% |
| Calories | 267kcal | 514kcal | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.15mg | 0.393mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.09mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 14mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.43mg | 0.314mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 309mg | 88mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.6mg | 0.321mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.46mg | 3.275mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.49mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.36g | 6.708g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.071mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.01g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 17.36g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | N/A |
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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
28%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 23522mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Broth is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.29g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.675g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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