Pecan pie vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Pecan pie and Shortbread?
- Pecan pie is higher in Manganese, Copper, and Selenium, yet Shortbread is higher in Iron, Vitamin B3, Folate, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2.
- Pecan pie's daily need coverage for Cholesterol is 29% more.
- Pecan pie has 2 times more Copper than Shortbread. While Pecan pie has 0.211mg of Copper, Shortbread has only 0.09mg.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Shortbread is lower.
We used Pie, pecan, prepared from recipe and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types 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 | +85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +146.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +134.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +81.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +93.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101.4% |
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 | +35600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +286.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +211.5% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.9 g
Fats:
22.2 g
Carbs:
52.2 g
Water:
19.5 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +441.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~5.37g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.989 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.71 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 | -50.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +66.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 412kcal | 514kcal |
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| Protein | 4.9g | 5.37g |
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| Fats | 22.2g | 26.22g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 52.2g | 62.48g |
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| Carbs | 52.2g | 63.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 87mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 32mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg | 88mg |
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| Iron | 1.48mg | 2.98mg |
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| Sugar | 21.65g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.211mg | 0.09mg |
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| Zinc | 1.02mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 40.47g |
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| Phosphorus | 94mg | 66mg |
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| Sodium | 262mg | 353mg |
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| Vitamin A | 357IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin A | 82µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.44mg |
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| Manganese | 0.712mg | 0.393mg |
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| Selenium | 12µg | 6.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.188mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.314mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.847mg | 3.275mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.479mg | 0.321mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.071mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.17µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 11µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 81µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.714g |
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| Choline | 0.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.989g | 8.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.181g | 6.708g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.71g | 8.326g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.069mg |
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| Threonine | 0.189mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.223mg |
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| Leucine | 0.372mg |
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| Lysine | 0.248mg |
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| Methionine | 0.125mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.25mg |
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| Valine | 0.255mg |
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| Histidine | 0.116mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 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
16%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan pie contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pecan pie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.116g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pecan pie is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)