Candy bar vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are candy bar and shortbread different?
- Candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B3, and magnesium; however, shortbread is richer in iron and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11764% higher.
- Candy bar contains 9 times more copper than shortbread. While candy bar contains 0.774mg of copper, shortbread contains only 0.09mg.
- Candy bar has less saturated fat.
- Candy bar has a lower glycemic index (51) than shortbread (64).
Candies, peanut bar and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +685.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +362.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +760% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +704.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +366.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +216.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +207.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.9% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +141.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +158.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +215393% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +253% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +124.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +188.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +28.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +125% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 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 | -42.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +149.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.9% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 153mg | 0.071mg | 11764% |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 0.09mg | 76% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 0.393mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 308mg | 66mg | 35% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 0.49mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.922mg | 3.275mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 2.98mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 6.708g | 25% |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 14mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.353mg | 21% |
| Protein | 15.5g | 5.37g | 20% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 8.105g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 8.326g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.314mg | 13% |
| Fats | 33.7g | 26.22g | 12% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 1.3g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 2.44mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 0.321mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 353mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 88mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 13mg | 7% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 0.9mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 47.4g | 63.78g | 5% |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 6.2µg | 3% |
| Folate | 75µg | 81µg | 2% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 514kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 0% | |
| 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 |
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
2748%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.57g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 197mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candy bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.427g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.