Croissant vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Croissant and Shortbread
- Croissant has more Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B5, and Choline, while Shortbread has more Iron, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B3.
- Croissant's daily need coverage for Selenium is 30% higher.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Shortbread is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Croissants, butter 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +184.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +266.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.1% |
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 | +74300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +168.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +4211.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +190.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +511.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 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 | +52.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +544.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
11.659 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 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 | -30.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +21.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +661.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 406kcal | 514kcal |
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| Protein | 8.2g | 5.37g |
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| Fats | 21g | 26.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 43.2g | 62.48g |
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| Carbs | 45.8g | 63.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 67mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 37mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 118mg | 88mg |
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| Iron | 2.03mg | 2.98mg |
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| Sugar | 11.26g | 21.65g |
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 40.47g |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 66mg |
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| Sodium | 467mg | 353mg |
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| Vitamin A | 744IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 206µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 2.44mg |
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| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.393mg |
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| Selenium | 22.7µg | 6.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.314mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 3.275mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.321mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 11µg |
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| Folate | 88µg | 81µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.714g |
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| Choline | 38.8mg | 0.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.659g | 8.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.525g | 6.708g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 8.326g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.099mg |
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| Threonine | 0.284mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.365mg |
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| Leucine | 0.623mg |
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| Lysine | 0.329mg |
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| Methionine | 0.175mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg |
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| Valine | 0.41mg |
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| Histidine | 0.187mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g |
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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
33%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 114mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Shortbread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.554g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Croissant is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.39g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Croissant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Croissant is relatively richer in minerals
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.