Asparagus vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between asparagus and shortbread
- Asparagus has more vitamin K, vitamin A, and copper, while shortbread has more vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, iron, and manganese.
- Shortbread covers your daily need for saturated fat, 40% more than asparagus.
- Asparagus contains 756 times more vitamin A than shortbread. While asparagus contains 756IU of vitamin A, shortbread contains only 1IU.
- The amount of sodium in asparagus is lower.
- Asparagus has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of asparagus is 32, while the glycemic index of shortbread is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Asparagus, raw 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 CalciumCalcium | +84.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +39.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +148.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +169.6% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +278.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1677.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +115.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +146.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +234.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2489.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +144.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21750% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1543.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +77.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 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 | -99.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16552% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.23 g
Glucose:
0.65 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +80.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +233.3% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +9026.1% |
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 8.326g | 55% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 26.22g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 8.105g | 37% |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 11µg | 26% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 514kcal | 25% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 63.78g | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.353mg | 18% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 6.708g | 17% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 353mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 3.275mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.314mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 2.98mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.09mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.393mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 2.44mg | 9% |
| Folate | 52µg | 81µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 6.2µg | 7% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 5.37g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 1.3g | 3% |
| Choline | 16mg | 0.9mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 88mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.071mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 66mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.321mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.88g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.714g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 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 cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 351mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.065g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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