Danish pastry vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Danish pastry and Shortbread?
- Danish pastry is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B12, and Phosphorus, yet Shortbread is higher in Iron, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, and Folate.
- Danish pastry's daily need coverage for Selenium is 23% more.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Shortbread is lower.
We used Danish pastry, cheese and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types 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 CalciumCalcium | +169.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +204.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +65.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12% |
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 | +12700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +597.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +85.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +63.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +77.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +59.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +35% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +772.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +19.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 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 | -16.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +68.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +223.3% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 374kcal | 514kcal |
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| Protein | 8g | 5.37g |
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| Fats | 21.9g | 26.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 36.2g | 62.48g |
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| Carbs | 37.2g | 63.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 23mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 35mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 98mg | 88mg |
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| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.98mg |
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| Sugar | 6.95g | 21.65g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 40.47g |
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| Phosphorus | 108mg | 66mg |
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| Sodium | 417mg | 353mg |
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| Vitamin A | 128IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 35µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2.44mg |
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| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.393mg |
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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 6.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.314mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 3.275mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.321mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 11µg |
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| Folate | 60µg | 81µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.714g |
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| Choline | 20.1mg | 0.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.794g | 8.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.313g | 6.708g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 8.326g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.089mg |
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| Threonine | 0.293mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.371mg |
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| Leucine | 0.644mg |
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| Lysine | 0.43mg |
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| Methionine | 0.174mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.412mg |
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| Histidine | 0.205mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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
22%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Danish pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.7g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Danish pastry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.311g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)