Shortbread vs. Scallion — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between shortbread and scallion
- Shortbread has more vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and vitamin E, while scallion has more vitamin K, vitamin C, and vitamin A.
- Scallion covers your daily need for vitamin K, 163% more than shortbread.
- Shortbread contains 253 times more saturated fat than scallion. While shortbread contains 8.105g of saturated fat, scallion contains only 0.032g.
- Scallion has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of scallion is 32, while the glycemic index of shortbread is 64.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw.
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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 | +101.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +25.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +78.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +145.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +933.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +453.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +213.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
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 | +343.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +541.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +292.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +523.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +328% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1781.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +533.3% |
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:
1.83 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
7.34 g
Water:
89.83 g
Other:
0.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +193.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13700% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +768.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2395.3% |
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
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.027 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.074 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +24744.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11151.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
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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| Vitamin K | 11µg | 207µg | 163% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 0.074g | 55% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 0.19g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 0.032g | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.055mg | 25% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 32kcal | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 18.8mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.48mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 7.34g | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 0.525mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 0.027g | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Sodium | 353mg | 16mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.55mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 0.6µg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.16mg | 10% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 1.83g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 50µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 276mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 72mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.6g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.075mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 37mg | 4% |
| Folate | 81µg | 64µg | 4% |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 5.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.061mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.39mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.083mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 4.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 2.33g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.091mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 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 | 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 is richer in minerals?
Shortbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scallion is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.32g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scallion contains less Sodium (difference - 337mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Scallion is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.073g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallion is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.