Brown sugar vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown sugar and shortbread?
- Brown sugar has less vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin B3, vitamin E, manganese, and vitamin K than shortbread.
- Shortbread's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 41% higher.
- Brown sugar contains less sodium.
We used Sugars, brown and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +538.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +55.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +319.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +91.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1533.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1550% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +514.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +416.7% |
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 CholineCholine | +155.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2877.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +143.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +73.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +8000% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4375% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +168.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +128.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +350.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +275% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +270% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 8.326g | 56% |
| Fats | 0g | 26.22g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 8.105g | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.353mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 2.98mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.314mg | 24% |
| Folate | 1µg | 81µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 3.275mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 6.708g | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.44mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 353mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.393mg | 14% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 5.37g | 11% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 63.78g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 66mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 6.2µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 514kcal | 7% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 13mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.49mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.321mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.071mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 88mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0.9mg | 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 |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
2%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 75.37g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shortbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 325mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.105g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)