Cheese sandwich vs. Shortcake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cheese sandwich and shortcake different?
- Cheese sandwich has more phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B2, copper, magnesium, vitamin B5, and potassium than shortcake.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for cheese sandwich is 34% higher.
- Cheese sandwich contains 9 times more vitamin B6 than shortcake. While cheese sandwich contains 0.261mg of vitamin B6, shortcake contains only 0.03mg.
- Shortcake has less sodium.
Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling and Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe 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 | +237.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +188.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +167.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +228.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.7% |
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 Vitamin CVitamin C | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +23.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +150.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +770% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +71.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
Protein:
6.1 g
Fats:
14.2 g
Carbs:
48.5 g
Water:
28.4 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +787.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.772 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.045 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.632 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +71.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +152.4% |
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Saturated fat
~3.772g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.166g | 3.632g | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 382mg | 143mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 0.33mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.261mg | 0.03mg | 18% |
| Fats | 25g | 14.2g | 17% |
| Sodium | 839mg | 506mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 24.3µg | 17µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.427mg | 0.272mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.351g | 6.045g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.076mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 16mg | 9% |
| Calories | 497kcal | 346kcal | 8% |
| Protein | 9.8g | 6.1g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 0.248mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 306mg | 106mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.185mg | 2.573mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.358mg | 0.311mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 0.48mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 58.2g | 48.5g | 3% |
| Folate | 64µg | 53µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 0.07µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.129g | 3.772g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.62mg | 2.54mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.1g | 48.5g | N/A |
| Calcium | 204mg | 205mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 18µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0.184mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0.238mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0.302mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0.273mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
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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
32%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
85%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortcake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortcake contains less Sodium (difference - 333mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shortcake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.357g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)