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Wonton wrappers vs. Shortcake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Wonton wrappers and Shortcake

  • Wonton wrappers are richer in Selenium, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, Manganese, Iron, Folate, and Vitamin B2, yet Shortcake is richer in Calcium, and Phosphorus.
  • Daily need coverage for Selenium from Wonton wrappers is 20% higher.
  • Wonton wrappers contain 2 times more Vitamin B3 than Shortcake. Wonton wrappers contain 5.424mg of Vitamin B3, while Shortcake contains 2.573mg.
  • Wonton wrappers contain less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Wonton wrappers (includes egg roll wrappers) and Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe.

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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 Iron +32.3%
Contains more Magnesium +25%
Contains more Zinc +47.9%
Contains more Copper +93.4%
Contains more Manganese +93.3%
Contains more Selenium +65.9%
Contains more Calcium +336.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +76.5%
Contains more Potassium +29.3%
Contains less Sodium -11.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 15% 126% 15% 35% 8% 75% 20% 49% 84% 154%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 62% 96% 12% 62% 10% 66% 14% 26% 44% 93%
Contains more Iron +32.3%
Contains more Magnesium +25%
Contains more Zinc +47.9%
Contains more Copper +93.4%
Contains more Manganese +93.3%
Contains more Selenium +65.9%
Contains more Calcium +336.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +76.5%
Contains more Potassium +29.3%
Contains less Sodium -11.5%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +66.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +110.8%
Contains more Folate +62.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +414.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +892%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +250%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.03
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 1% 0% 0% 0% 130% 88% 102% 2% 7% 65% 3% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 5% 0% 0% 1% 78% 63% 49% 15% 7% 40% 9% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +66.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +110.8%
Contains more Folate +62.3%
Contains more Vitamin A +414.3%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +892%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +250%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 0.03

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +60.7%
Contains more Carbs +19.4%
Contains more Fats +846.7%
Contains more Other +40%
Equal in Water - 28.4
10% 58% 29% 2%
Protein: 9.8 g
Fats: 1.5 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 28.8 g
Other: 2 g
6% 14% 49% 28% 3%
Protein: 6.1 g
Fats: 14.2 g
Carbs: 48.5 g
Water: 28.4 g
Other: 2.8 g
Contains more Protein +60.7%
Contains more Carbs +19.4%
Contains more Fats +846.7%
Contains more Other +40%
Equal in Water - 28.4

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -93%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +3000%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +495.4%
25% 18% 57%
Saturated Fat: 0.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.195 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.61 g
28% 45% 27%
Saturated Fat: 3.772 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.045 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.632 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -93%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +3000%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +495.4%

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 Shortcake
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Wonton wrappers Shortcake Opinion
Net carbs 56.1g 48.5g Wonton wrappers
Protein 9.8g 6.1g Wonton wrappers
Fats 1.5g 14.2g Shortcake
Carbs 57.9g 48.5g Wonton wrappers
Calories 291kcal 346kcal Shortcake
Fiber 1.8g Wonton wrappers
Calcium 47mg 205mg Shortcake
Iron 3.36mg 2.54mg Wonton wrappers
Magnesium 20mg 16mg Wonton wrappers
Phosphorus 81mg 143mg Shortcake
Potassium 82mg 106mg Shortcake
Sodium 572mg 506mg Shortcake
Zinc 0.71mg 0.48mg Wonton wrappers
Copper 0.147mg 0.076mg Wonton wrappers
Manganese 0.638mg 0.33mg Wonton wrappers
Selenium 28.2µg 17µg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin A 14IU 72IU Shortcake
Vitamin A RAE 4µg 18µg Shortcake
Vitamin C 0mg 0.2mg Shortcake
Vitamin B1 0.519mg 0.311mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B2 0.378mg 0.272mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B3 5.424mg 2.573mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B5 0.025mg 0.248mg Shortcake
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.03mg
Folate 86µg 53µg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 0.07µg Shortcake
Tryptophan 0.114mg 0.076mg Wonton wrappers
Threonine 0.268mg 0.184mg Wonton wrappers
Isoleucine 0.369mg 0.238mg Wonton wrappers
Leucine 0.684mg 0.449mg Wonton wrappers
Lysine 0.204mg 0.197mg Wonton wrappers
Methionine 0.176mg 0.115mg Wonton wrappers
Phenylalanine 0.486mg 0.302mg Wonton wrappers
Valine 0.417mg 0.273mg Wonton wrappers
Histidine 0.209mg 0.14mg Wonton wrappers
Cholesterol 9mg 3mg Shortcake
Saturated Fat 0.263g 3.772g Wonton wrappers
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g 0g Wonton wrappers
Monounsaturated Fat 0.195g 6.045g Shortcake
Polyunsaturated fat 0.61g 3.632g Shortcake

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Wonton wrappers Shortcake
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
33%
Wonton wrappers
22%
Shortcake
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Wonton wrappers
48%
Shortcake

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.509g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortcake
Shortcake contains less Sodium (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortcake
Shortcake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 81)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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. Shortcake - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174941/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.