Shortbread vs. Wasabi — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between shortbread and wasabi
- Shortbread has more iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, and vitamin B2; however, wasabi is richer in vitamin C, fiber, vitamin B6, and potassium.
- Wasabi's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 47% more.
- Shortbread contains 21 times more sodium than wasabi. Shortbread contains 353mg of sodium, while wasabi contains 17mg.
- Shortbread has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of shortbread is 64, while the glycemic index of wasabi is 41.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Wasabi, root, 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 | +189.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +392.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +884.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +545.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +230.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +169.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +175.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +340.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +350% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +285.9% |
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:
4.8 g
Fats:
0.63 g
Carbs:
23.54 g
Water:
69.11 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4061.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +170.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1819.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +86.4% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 56% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 41.9mg | 47% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 0.63g | 39% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 37% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 7.8g | 26% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.03mg | 24% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 109kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.131mg | 19% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 17% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.274mg | 16% |
| Folate | 81µg | 18µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 0.743mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 353mg | 17mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.114mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 568mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 69mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 23.54g | 13% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 128mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.62mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.155mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.203mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 80mg | 2% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 4.8g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 15.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.391mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0g | 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 |
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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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wasabi is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wasabi contains less Sodium (difference - 336mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wasabi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wasabi is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
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.