Shortbread vs. Roti (Chapati) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between shortbread and roti (Chapati)?
- Shortbread is higher in vitamin E and vitamin B2, yet roti (Chapati) is higher in manganese, selenium, fiber, vitamin B6, copper, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Roti (Chapati)'s daily need coverage for manganese is 59% more.
- Shortbread has 4 times more vitamin E than roti (Chapati). While shortbread has 2.44mg of vitamin E, roti (Chapati) has only 0.55mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in roti (Chapati) is lower.
- The glycemic index of roti (Chapati) is lower.
We used Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Bread, chapati or roti, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen 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 IronIron | +35.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +176.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +122.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +154.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +214.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +139.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +344.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +329% |
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 | +343.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +233.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +74.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +294.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +766.7% |
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:
7.85 g
Fats:
9.2 g
Carbs:
46.13 g
Water:
35.43 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +185% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +884.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35% |
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
3.311 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.091 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.761 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +220.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +994.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.1% |
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:
33.67 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.97 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +20.2% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5147.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +20% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Fructose
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.393mg | 1.747mg | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 0.761g | 50% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 26.6µg | 37% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 9.7g | 34% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 9.2g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 3.311g | 22% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.28mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.229mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 158mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.55mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 2.091g | 12% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 299kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.18mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 56mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.54mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 2.2mg | 10% |
| Folate | 81µg | 45µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 4.61mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.45mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 3.3µg | 6% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 46.13g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.56mg | 5% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 7.85g | 5% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 196mg | 3% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 33.67g | 3% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 36mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 298mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 7.8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 36.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 2.93g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.27g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.027g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 0.72g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.72g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Roti (Chapati) contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.794g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roti (Chapati) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roti (Chapati) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.