Shortbread vs. Spinach raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shortbread and spinach raw different?
- Shortbread is higher in vitamin B1 and vitamin B3; however, spinach raw is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, manganese, magnesium, and potassium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for spinach raw is 393% higher.
- Shortbread contains 129 times more saturated fat than spinach raw. While shortbread contains 8.105g of saturated fat, spinach raw contains only 0.063g.
- Spinach raw has a lower glycemic index (32) than shortbread (64).
Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Spinach, raw 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +34.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +520% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +464.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +661.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +534.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +128.2% |
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 | +20.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +352.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +352.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +393.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +174.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4290% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +139.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +2044.4% |
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:
2.86 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
3.63 g
Water:
91.4 g
Other:
1.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +87.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6623.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1657% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2438.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67% |
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
0.063 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.165 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +66980% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4946.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
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 g
Sucrose:
0.07 g
Glucose:
0.11 g
Fructose:
0.15 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +29885.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +227.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +100% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 11µg | 482.9µg | 393% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 0.165g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 469µg | 52% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 0.39g | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 0.063g | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 28.1mg | 31% |
| Folate | 81µg | 194µg | 28% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 23kcal | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.078mg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.897mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 3.63g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 0.01g | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 0.724mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 79mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 558mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 79mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.189mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.195mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 99mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 1µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.065mg | 5% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 2.86g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.13mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.2g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 2.03mg | 3% |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 19.3mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 2.71mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 49mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 1.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 0.42g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.122mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.223mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.053mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.064mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.15g | 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 |
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%
137%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spinach raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.23g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spinach raw contains less Sodium (difference - 274mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spinach raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.042g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spinach raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
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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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.
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.