Fudge vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between fudge and shortbread
- Fudge has more copper; however, shortbread is richer in vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin E, and vitamin K.
- Shortbread's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 27% more.
- Fudge contains 4 times more copper than shortbread. Fudge contains 0.329mg of copper, while shortbread contains 0.09mg.
- Fudge contains less saturated fat.
- Shortbread has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of shortbread is 64, while the glycemic index of fudge is 49.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, fudge, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe 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 | +157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +276.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +265.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +126.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +68.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +148% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1011.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1255.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1257.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +269.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1760.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +129.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +491.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +685.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1925% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.39 g
Fats:
10.41 g
Carbs:
76.44 g
Water:
9.81 g
Other:
0.95 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +172.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +124.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +151.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.448 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.943 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.373 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 | -20.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +127.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2132.2% |
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 | 0.373g | 8.326g | 53% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.353mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.329mg | 0.09mg | 27% |
| Fats | 10.41g | 26.22g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.176mg | 3.275mg | 19% |
| Folate | 4µg | 81µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.085mg | 0.314mg | 18% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 2.98mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 2.44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 353mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.943g | 6.708g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 11µg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 6.448g | 8.105g | 8% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 6.2µg | 7% |
| Protein | 2.39g | 5.37g | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 0.49mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.012mg | 0.071mg | 5% |
| Calories | 411kcal | 514kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 44µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 76.44g | 63.78g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.321mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 13mg | 4% |
| Choline | 10mg | 0.9mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 8mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.3g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.422mg | 0.393mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 88mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 66mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.74g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 73.12g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.165g | 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 | 0g | 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 lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 51.47g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fudge contains less Sodium (difference - 308mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fudge is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.657g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fudge is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fudge is relatively richer in minerals