Muffin vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Muffin and Shortbread?
- Muffin is richer in Vitamin K, Choline, and Phosphorus, yet Shortbread is richer in Iron, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, and Folate.
- Shortbread's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 26% higher.
We used Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) 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 CalciumCalcium | +238.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +121.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more IronIron | +129.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.4% |
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 | +7200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +46.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +256.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +10177.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +110.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +92.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +131% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +77.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +593.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.844 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 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 | -64.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +39.1% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~8.326g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.31 g
Sucrose:
28.01 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.21 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.47 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 | +33.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +241.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +303.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +148.1% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 375kcal | 514kcal |
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| Protein | 4.49g | 5.37g |
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| Fats | 16.07g | 26.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 51.9g | 62.48g |
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| Carbs | 53g | 63.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 30mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 10mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 44mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 88mg |
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| Iron | 1.3mg | 2.98mg |
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| Sugar | 31.47g | 21.65g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 0.37mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 16.31g | 40.47g |
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| Phosphorus | 146mg | 66mg |
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| Sodium | 336mg | 353mg |
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| Vitamin A | 73IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 21µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 2.44mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.449mg | 0.393mg |
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| Selenium | 8.2µg | 6.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.314mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 3.275mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.321mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 11µg |
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| Folate | 48µg | 81µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 0.714g |
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| Choline | 92.5mg | 0.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.844g | 8.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.822g | 6.708g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 8.326g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.066mg |
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| Threonine | 0.181mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.224mg |
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| Leucine | 0.421mg |
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| Lysine | 0.199mg |
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| Methionine | 0.115mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.257mg |
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| Histidine | 0.128mg |
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| Fructose | 1.21g | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | 0.885g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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
30%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.261g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Muffin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.