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Wonton wrappers vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between wonton wrappers and shortbread

  • Wonton wrappers have more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, manganese, and copper; however, shortbread is richer in vitamin B5.
  • Wonton wrappers cover your daily selenium needs 40% more than shortbread.
  • Shortbread has 4 times less calcium than wonton wrappers. Wonton wrappers have 47mg of calcium, while shortbread has 13mg.
  • Shortbread contains less sodium.
  • Wonton wrappers have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of wonton wrappers is 81, while the glycemic index of shortbread is 64.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Wonton wrappers (includes egg roll wrappers) 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 14% 7.2% 126% 49% 19% 35% 75% 83% 154%
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 more MagnesiumMagnesium +42.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +261.5%
Contains more IronIron +12.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +63.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +44.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +22.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +62.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +354.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -38.3%
~equal in Potassium ~88mg

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.
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% 1.3% 0% 0% 130% 87% 102% 1.5% 6.9% 2.5% 0% 65% 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 AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +20.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +65.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +1184%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +136.7%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Folate ~81µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 58% 29% 2%
Protein: 9.8 g
Fats: 1.5 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 28.8 g
Other: 2 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 ProteinProtein +82.5%
Contains more WaterWater +700%
Contains more OtherOther +94.2%
Contains more FatsFats +1648%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +10.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
25% 18% 57%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.263 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.195 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.61 g
35% 29% 36%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 8.326 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -96.8%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +3340%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1264.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Wonton wrappers Shortbread DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0.61g 8.326g 51%
Selenium 28.2µg 6.2µg 40%
Fats 1.5g 26.22g 38%
Saturated fat 0.263g 8.105g 36%
Starch 40.47g 17%
Monounsaturated fat 0.195g 6.708g 16%
Vitamin E 2.44mg 16%
Vitamin B1 0.519mg 0.353mg 14%
Vitamin B3 5.424mg 3.275mg 13%
Calories 291kcal 514kcal 11%
Manganese 0.638mg 0.393mg 11%
Sodium 572mg 353mg 10%
Vitamin K 11µg 9%
Protein 9.8g 5.37g 9%
Copper 0.147mg 0.09mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.025mg 0.321mg 6%
Vitamin B2 0.378mg 0.314mg 5%
Iron 3.36mg 2.98mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.071mg 3%
Calcium 47mg 13mg 3%
Cholesterol 9mg 0mg 3%
Phosphorus 81mg 66mg 2%
Fiber 1.8g 1.3g 2%
Carbs 57.9g 63.78g 2%
Zinc 0.71mg 0.49mg 2%
Folate 86µg 81µg 1%
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 0µg 1%
Magnesium 20mg 14mg 1%
Net carbs 56.1g 62.48g N/A
Potassium 82mg 88mg 0%
Sugar 21.65g N/A
Vitamin A 4µg 0µg 0%
Trans fat 0.714g N/A
Choline 0.9mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.114mg 0%
Threonine 0.268mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.369mg 0%
Leucine 0.684mg 0%
Lysine 0.204mg 0%
Methionine 0.176mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.486mg 0%
Valine 0.417mg 0%
Histidine 0.209mg 0%
Fructose 0.3g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.001g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g 0g 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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is better in case of low diet
Wonton wrappers 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
30%
Wonton wrappers
30%
Shortbread
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Wonton wrappers
34%
Shortbread

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.842g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 219mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

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. Wonton wrappers - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172802/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.