Shortcake vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Shortcake and Graham cracker different?
- Shortcake is higher in Selenium, and Calcium, however, Graham cracker is richer in Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B3, Copper, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Graham cracker is 30% higher.
- Shortcake contains 3 times more Selenium than Graham cracker. While Shortcake contains 17µg of Selenium, Graham cracker contains only 6.3µg.
- Graham cracker has less Saturated Fat.
Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon) 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 CalciumCalcium | +166.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +169.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +48.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +123.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +208.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +17.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +72.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +420% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +71.7% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.1 g
Fats:
14.2 g
Carbs:
48.5 g
Water:
28.4 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
77.66 g
Water:
3.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +34% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +737.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +60.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.69g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.772 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.045 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.632 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.633 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.509 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.388 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +140.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -56.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +48.3% |
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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| Calories | 346kcal | 430kcal |
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| Protein | 6.1g | 6.69g |
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| Fats | 14.2g | 10.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 48.5g | 74.26g |
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| Carbs | 48.5g | 77.66g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 40mg |
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| Calcium | 205mg | 77mg |
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| Potassium | 106mg | 170mg |
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| Iron | 2.54mg | 3.78mg |
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| Sugar | 24.85g |
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| Fiber | 3.4g |
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| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.17mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.96mg |
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| Starch | 46.56g |
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| Phosphorus | 143mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 506mg | 459mg |
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| Vitamin A | 72IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin A | 18µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.51mg |
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| Manganese | 0.33mg | 1.019mg |
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| Selenium | 17µg | 6.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.311mg | 0.265mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.272mg | 0.317mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.573mg | 4.439mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.248mg | 0.42mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.156mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 14.3µg |
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| Folate | 53µg | 91µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.055g |
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| Choline | 5.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.772g | 1.633g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.045g | 2.509g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.632g | 5.388g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.076mg |
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| Threonine | 0.184mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.238mg |
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| Leucine | 0.449mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.115mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.302mg |
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| Valine | 0.273mg |
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| Histidine | 0.14mg |
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| Fructose | 0.99g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.599g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.735g |
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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
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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortcake is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Graham cracker is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Graham cracker contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Graham cracker is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.139g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)