Shortcake vs. Italian bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shortcake and italian bread different?
- Shortcake is higher in calcium and phosphorus; however, italian bread is richer in folate, selenium, vitamin B1, copper, vitamin B3, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for folate for italian bread is 35% higher.
Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe and Bread, italian 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 | +162.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +151.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +79.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +52.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +70.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +60% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +260.4% |
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:
8.8 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
50.1 g
Water:
35.7 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +305.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.7% |
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Carbs
~50.1g
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
0 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.812 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.39 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +644.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +161.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -100% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 53µg | 191µg | 35% |
| Selenium | 17µg | 27.2µg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.772g | 0g | 17% |
| Fats | 14.2g | 3.5g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.632g | 1.39g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.311mg | 0.473mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.045g | 0.812g | 13% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 78mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 13% | |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.191mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.573mg | 4.381mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 143mg | 103mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.464mg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.1g | 8.8g | 5% |
| Iron | 2.54mg | 2.94mg | 5% |
| Calories | 346kcal | 271kcal | 4% |
| Choline | 14.6mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 27mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.86mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.248mg | 0.378mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 506mg | 550mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.272mg | 0.292mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.048mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 48.5g | 50.1g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 48.5g | 46.9g | N/A |
| Potassium | 106mg | 110mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.17g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.076mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.184mg | 0.245mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.238mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.449mg | 0.614mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.156mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.302mg | 0.433mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.273mg | 0.376mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.14mg | 0.188mg | 0% |
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
20%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortcake is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortcake contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Italian bread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Italian bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.772g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Italian bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Italian bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)