Shortbread vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shortbread and mars
- Shortbread has more iron; however, mars has more calcium.
- Daily need coverage for iron for shortbread is 27% higher.
- Mars has 3 times less sodium than shortbread. Shortbread has 353mg of sodium, while mars has 136mg.
Food types used in this article are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +246.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +592.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +111.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +123.3% |
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
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -30.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 56% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 0.86mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 20% | |
| Folate | 81µg | 20% | |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 17% | |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 11.651g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Fats | 26.22g | 19.32g | 11% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 11% | |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 353mg | 136mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 90mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2g | 3% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 72.4g | 3% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 475kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 4.28g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 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 |
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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.29g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shortbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.546g)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shortbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 217mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mars is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)