Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread
357 kcal
Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed
899 kcal
Calories
357 kcal
899 kcal
Protein
0.0 g
0.0 g
Carbs
5.7 g
0.0 g
Fiber
~
0.0 g
Fat
38.7 g
100.0 g
Sodium
670 mg
0 mg
Key takeaways
- Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has 60% fewer calories (357 kcal vs 899 kcal).
- Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed has more carbs (0.0 g vs 5.7 g).
- Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has more fat (38.7 g vs 100.0 g).
- Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed has more sodium (0 mg vs 670 mg).
| Macronutrients | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 899 kcal |
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 100.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 0.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Water | 53.7 g | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 0.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 100.0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 44.9 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | 38.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | 8.8 g |
| Trans Fat | 2.2 g | ~ |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 2,187.0 mg | 500.0 mg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 9,724.0 mg | 8,300.0 mg |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Histidine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Isoleucine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Leucine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Lysine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Methionine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Phenylalanine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Threonine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Valine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Alanine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Arginine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Aspartic Acid | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Cystine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Glutamic Acid | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Glycine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Proline | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Serine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Tyrosine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamins | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1,370.0 mcg | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamin E | 37.2 mg | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin K | 56.5 mcg | ~ |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Folate (B9) | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Minerals | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 4.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Magnesium | 1.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 4.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Potassium | 4.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Sodium | 670.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Selenium | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | ~ | 100.0 mg |
| Phytosterols | ~ | 32.0 mg |
| Other | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1.9 g | 0.0 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed?
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has fewer calories: 357 kcal for Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs 899 kcal for Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed per 100 g.
Is Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Shortening frying (heavy duty), beef tallow and cottonseed healthier?
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread is lower in calories. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.