Shortbread vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between shortbread and English muffins
- Shortbread has more iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, folate, and vitamin B3, while English muffins have more phosphorus and fiber.
- Shortbread's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 39% higher.
- English muffins contain 3 times less iron than shortbread. Shortbread contains 2.98mg of iron, while English muffins contain 0.89mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in English muffins is lower.
- Shortbread has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of shortbread is 64, while the glycemic index of English muffins is 77.
The food types used in this comparison are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough).
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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 | +234.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +101.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +95% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +103.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +109.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +65.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1356.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1069.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133% |
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
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2121.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +837.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 0.888g | 50% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 1.8g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 0.259g | 36% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 0.89mg | 26% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 0.302g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Calories | 514kcal | 235kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.181mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.154mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.566mg | 11% |
| Folate | 81µg | 37µg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 133mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 46g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.7g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 7.7g | 5% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 464mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.129mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 52mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.446mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.043mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.357mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.7mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 111mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.846g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
English muffin 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 ($)