Cumin vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cumin and shortbread?
- Shortbread has less iron, manganese, calcium, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and fiber than cumin.
- Cumin's daily need coverage for iron is 792% higher.
- Cumin has 72 times more calcium than shortbread. Cumin has 931mg of calcium, while shortbread has 13mg.
- Cumin contains less saturated fat.
- Cumin has a lower glycemic index than shortbread.
We used Spices, cumin seed 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 | +2514.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +7061.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1931.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2126.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +863.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +879.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +656.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +748.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +19.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +36.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +77.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +39.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +512.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2644.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +103.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +710% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.81 g
Fats:
22.27 g
Carbs:
44.24 g
Water:
8.06 g
Other:
7.62 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +231.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +123.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +639.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.535 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.04 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.279 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 | -81.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +109.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +153.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 66.36mg | 2.98mg | 792% |
| Manganese | 3.333mg | 0.393mg | 128% |
| Calcium | 931mg | 13mg | 92% |
| Copper | 0.867mg | 0.09mg | 86% |
| Magnesium | 366mg | 14mg | 84% |
| Phosphorus | 499mg | 66mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 1788mg | 88mg | 50% |
| Zinc | 4.8mg | 0.49mg | 39% |
| Fiber | 10.5g | 1.3g | 37% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.279g | 8.326g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 1.535g | 8.105g | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.435mg | 0.071mg | 28% |
| Protein | 17.81g | 5.37g | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.628mg | 0.353mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.04g | 6.708g | 18% |
| Folate | 10µg | 81µg | 18% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin C | 7.7mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 353mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.579mg | 3.275mg | 8% |
| Calories | 375kcal | 514kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 44.24g | 63.78g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 64µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 3.33mg | 2.44mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 6% | |
| Fats | 22.27g | 26.22g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.4µg | 11µg | 5% |
| Choline | 24.7mg | 0.9mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 5.2µg | 6.2µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.327mg | 0.314mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 33.74g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.25g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| 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
44%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
431%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cumin is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cumin contains less Sodium (difference - 185mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cumin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.57g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cumin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cumin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cumin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)