Molasses vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between molasses and shortbread?
- Molasses are richer in magnesium, manganese, vitamin B6, copper, potassium, iron, and selenium, yet shortbread is richer in vitamin B1 and vitamin B2.
- Molasses' daily need coverage for magnesium is 54% higher.
- Molasses have 17 times more potassium than shortbread. Molasses have 1464mg of potassium, while shortbread has 88mg.
- Molasses contain less saturated fat.
We used Molasses 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 | +1628.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1476.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1563.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +58.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +441.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +289.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +187.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +69% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +112.9% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +150.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +843.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1377.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +761% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +252.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +507.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +220.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26120% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 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 | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20862.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +16552% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
29.4 g
Glucose:
11.92 g
Fructose:
12.79 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 SucroseSucrose | +40.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +3211.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +4163.3% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 8.326g | 55% |
| Magnesium | 242mg | 14mg | 54% |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.393mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.071mg | 46% |
| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.09mg | 44% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 26.22g | 40% |
| Potassium | 1464mg | 88mg | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 8.105g | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.353mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.314mg | 24% |
| Iron | 4.72mg | 2.98mg | 22% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 6.2µg | 21% |
| Folate | 0µg | 81µg | 20% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 13mg | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 6.708g | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.44mg | 16% |
| Fructose | 12.79g | 0.3g | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 3.275mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 353mg | 14% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 514kcal | 11% |
| Protein | 0g | 5.37g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.321mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 11µg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.3g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 31mg | 66mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 74.73g | 63.78g | 4% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 0.9mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 74.73g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.72g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| 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 |
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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
103%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 53.07g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 316mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.087g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses 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 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.