Cream of tartar vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between cream of tartar and shortbread
- Cream of tartar has more potassium and copper; however, shortbread is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin E, and selenium.
- Cream of tartar covers your daily potassium needs 483% more than shortbread.
- Shortbread contains 2 times less copper than cream of tartar. Cream of tartar contains 0.195mg of copper, while shortbread contains 0.09mg.
- Cream of tartar has less sodium.
Food varieties used in this article are Leavening agents, cream of tartar 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 PotassiumPotassium | +18650% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +116.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +62.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1220% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3000% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
61.5 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
36.8 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +3472.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +111.8% |
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Carbs
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Potassium | 16500mg | 88mg | 483% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 8.326g | 56% |
| Fats | 0g | 26.22g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 8.105g | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.353mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.314mg | 24% |
| Folate | 0µg | 81µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 3.275mg | 20% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 6.708g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.44mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 353mg | 13% |
| Calories | 258kcal | 514kcal | 13% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.09mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 6.2µg | 11% |
| Protein | 0g | 5.37g | 11% |
| Iron | 3.72mg | 2.98mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 66mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.205mg | 0.393mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.321mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.071mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1.3g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 14mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.42mg | 0.49mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 61.5g | 63.78g | 1% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.3g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0mg | 0.9mg | 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 |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
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 is lower in Sugar?
Cream of tartar is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream of tartar contains less Sodium (difference - 301mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cream of tartar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cream of tartar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
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 ($)