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Vodka vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between vodka and shortbread

  • The amount of iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, folate, manganese, selenium, and copper in shortbread is higher than in vodka.
  • Shortbread covers your daily need for saturated fat, 41% more than vodka.
  • The amount of sodium in vodka is lower.
  • Vodka has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of vodka is 0, while the glycemic index of shortbread is 64.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Alcoholic beverage, distilled, vodka, 80 proof and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain.

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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.
Vodka
1
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0.09% 0.38% 3.3% 0% 2.1% 0.13% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 3.9% 7.8% 112% 30% 13% 28% 46% 51% 34%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +8700%
Contains more IronIron +29700%
Contains more CopperCopper +800%
Contains more ZincZinc +∞%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1220%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%

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.
Vodka
0
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 1.6% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 49% 0% 88% 72% 61% 19% 16% 0% 28% 61% 0.49%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +6960%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +4385.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Vodka
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67% 33%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 66.6 g
Other: 33.4 g
5% 26% 64% 4%
Protein: 5.37 g
Fats: 26.22 g
Carbs: 63.78 g
Water: 3.6 g
Other: 1.03 g
Contains more WaterWater +1750%
Contains more OtherOther +3142.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +∞%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Vodka Shortbread
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vodka Shortbread DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 8.326g 56%
Fats 0g 26.22g 40%
Saturated fat 0g 8.105g 37%
Iron 0.01mg 2.98mg 37%
Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0.353mg 29%
Vitamin B2 0.007mg 0.314mg 24%
Carbs 0g 63.78g 21%
Folate 0µg 81µg 20%
Vitamin B3 0mg 3.275mg 20%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 6.708g 17%
Manganese 0mg 0.393mg 17%
Starch 40.47g 17%
Vitamin E 2.44mg 16%
Sodium 1mg 353mg 15%
Calories 231kcal 514kcal 14%
Selenium 0µg 6.2µg 11%
Protein 0g 5.37g 11%
Phosphorus 5mg 66mg 9%
Copper 0.01mg 0.09mg 9%
Vitamin K 11µg 9%
Vitamin B5 0mg 0.321mg 6%
Fiber 0g 1.3g 5%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.071mg 5%
Zinc 0mg 0.49mg 4%
Potassium 1mg 88mg 3%
Magnesium 0mg 14mg 3%
Calcium 0mg 13mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 62.48g N/A
Sugar 0g 21.65g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.714g N/A
Choline 0.9mg 0%
Fructose 0.3g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.885g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 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

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Vodka Shortbread
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
0%
Vodka
30%
Shortbread
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Vodka
34%
Shortbread

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vodka
Vodka is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vodka
Vodka contains less Sodium (difference - 352mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vodka
Vodka is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vodka
Vodka is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Shortbread
Shortbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Vodka - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174818/nutrients
  2. Shortbread - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174967/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.