Caramel vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between caramel and shortbread?
- Caramel is richer in calcium and vitamin B12, yet shortbread is richer in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, manganese, vitamin E, and copper.
- Shortbread's daily need coverage for iron is 36% higher.
- Caramel contains less saturated fat.
We used Candies, caramels 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +961.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2028.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +11.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3472.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +244.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +93.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +788.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +430.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +242.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2112.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +511.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1925% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 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 CarbsCarbs | +20.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +136.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +223.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 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 | -69.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +335% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +139.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.14mg | 2.98mg | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 8.326g | 32% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 26.22g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 8.105g | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.353mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 3.275mg | 20% |
| Folate | 4µg | 81µg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.393mg | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 6.708g | 13% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 13mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 2.44mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 11µg | 8% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 6.2µg | 8% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 514kcal | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 66mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.321mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 353mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 88mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.314mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 77g | 63.78g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 5.37g | 2% |
| Choline | 8mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 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
16%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.629g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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