Pizza vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pizza and shortbread
- Pizza has more selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, calcium, zinc, and vitamin A, while shortbread has more vitamin E and vitamin B2.
- Pizza's daily need coverage for selenium is 25% higher.
- The amount of sodium in shortbread is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain.
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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 | +71.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1346.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +173.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +227.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +221% |
| Contains more IronIron | +20.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +14.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1722.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +194% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +61% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +64.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +112.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1099.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +170.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +91.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 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 | -44.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +157.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +395.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 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 GlucoseGlucose | +116.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +233.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +50.2% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +10395% |
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 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 |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.681g | 8.326g | 44% |
| Fats | 9.69g | 26.22g | 25% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 6.2µg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 216mg | 66mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 188mg | 13mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.465g | 8.105g | 17% |
| Protein | 11.39g | 5.37g | 12% |
| Calories | 266kcal | 514kcal | 12% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 353mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 2.44mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.608g | 6.708g | 10% |
| Carbs | 33.33g | 63.78g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.314mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.34mg | 0.49mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.48mg | 2.98mg | 6% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 40.47g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 1.3g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 0.9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.353mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.825mg | 3.275mg | 3% |
| Folate | 93µg | 81µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 172mg | 88mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.36mg | 0.393mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.03g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.58g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.241g | 0.714g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g | 0.885g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0.033g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g | 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
33%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 245mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.07g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pizza is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.64g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)