Shortbread vs. Avocado — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shortbread and avocadoes different?
- Shortbread is higher in iron, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2; however, avocadoes are richer in fiber, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, potassium, and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for iron for shortbread is 30% higher.
- Shortbread contains 50 times more sodium than avocadoes. While shortbread contains 353mg of sodium, avocadoes contain only 7mg.
- Avocadoes have a lower glycemic index (40) than shortbread (64).
Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties are the varieties 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 IronIron | +441.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1450% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +451.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +111.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
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 EVitamin E | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +426.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +141.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +332.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +262% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +90.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1477.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
14.66 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
73.23 g
Other:
1.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +168.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +78.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +647.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1934.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.126 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.799 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.816 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +358.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +46.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
0.11 g
Sucrose:
0.06 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +36690.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +34883.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +150% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Glucose
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Lactose
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Maltose
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 1.816g | 43% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 0.55mg | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 2.126g | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.067mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 6.7g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 1.389mg | 21% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 160kcal | 18% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 14.66g | 18% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 8.53g | 18% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 0.11g | 17% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 7mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.13mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.257mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 485mg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 10mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.19mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.142mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 0.4µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.738mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 21µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 9.799g | 8% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 2g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 2.07mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 14.2mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.64mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 1.83g | N/A |
| Calcium | 13mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 0.66g | N/A |
| Folate | 81µg | 81µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.12g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.111g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 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
30%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 346mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.979g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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