Matzo vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are matzo and shortbread different?
- Matzo is higher in selenium, manganese, and fiber; however, shortbread is richer in folate, vitamin E, and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for matzo is 56% higher.
- Matzo contains 2 times more fiber than shortbread. While matzo contains 3g of fiber, shortbread contains only 1.3g.
- Matzo has less saturated fat.
Crackers, matzo, plain and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain are the varieties used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +78.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +27.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +34.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +65.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +495.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3566.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +376.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
83.7 g
Water:
4.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +86.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1772.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.603 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 | -97.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5181.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1280.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 36.9µg | 6.2µg | 56% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.603g | 8.326g | 51% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 26.22g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 8.105g | 36% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.127g | 6.708g | 16% |
| Folate | 17µg | 81µg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 2.44mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 353mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.65mg | 0.393mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Protein | 10g | 5.37g | 9% |
| Carbs | 83.7g | 63.78g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 1.3g | 7% |
| Calories | 395kcal | 514kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.892mg | 3.275mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 66mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.115mg | 0.071mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.387mg | 0.353mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.291mg | 0.314mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.321mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.68mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 2.98mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.8mg | 0.9mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 88mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 80.7g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Calcium | 13mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.29g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.692mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.494mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.42mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.213mg | 0% | |
| 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Matzo is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 353mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Matzo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.879g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Matzo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.