Paratha vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are paratha and shortbread different?
- Paratha is richer in fiber, manganese, and phosphorus, while shortbread is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, folate, iron, vitamin B3, and vitamin E.
- Paratha covers your daily need for fiber, 33% more than shortbread.
- Paratha contains 3 times more manganese than shortbread. Paratha contains 1.054mg of manganese, while shortbread contains 0.393mg.
- Paratha is lower in saturated fat.
- Shortbread has a higher glycemic index (64) than paratha (53).
Bread, paratha, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types were 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 | +164.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +92.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +58% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +62.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +67.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +168.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -21.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +80.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +220.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +313.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +223.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +710% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.36 g
Fats:
13.2 g
Carbs:
45.35 g
Water:
33.5 g
Other:
1.59 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +830.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +54.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +98.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.826 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.837 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.484 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 | -28.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +235.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
31.5 g
Sucrose:
1.75 g
Glucose:
0.35 g
Fructose:
0.35 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.7 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 FructoseFructose | +16.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +28.5% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1099.4% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.484g | 8.326g | 39% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 1.3g | 33% |
| Manganese | 1.054mg | 0.393mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.353mg | 20% |
| Fats | 13.2g | 26.22g | 20% |
| Folate | 10µg | 81µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.314mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 2.98mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.826g | 8.105g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.83mg | 3.275mg | 9% |
| Calories | 326kcal | 514kcal | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 66mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.837g | 6.708g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.35mg | 2.44mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 11µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.146mg | 0.09mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 45.35g | 63.78g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Starch | 31.5g | 40.47g | 4% |
| Sodium | 452mg | 353mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 0.49mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.465mg | 0.321mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 7.1µg | 6.2µg | 2% |
| Protein | 6.36g | 5.37g | 2% |
| Potassium | 139mg | 88mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.3mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.75g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.15g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0.714g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.35g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.064g | 0.885g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0.033g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.386g | 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
13%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 99mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Paratha is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Paratha is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.279g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paratha is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Paratha is relatively richer in minerals
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.