Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread
357 kcal
Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying
883 kcal
Calories
357 kcal
883 kcal
Protein
0.0 g
0.0 g
Carbs
5.7 g
0.0 g
Fiber
~
0.0 g
Sugars
~
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 883 kcal).
- Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying 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, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying has more sodium (0 mg vs 670 mg).
| Macronutrients | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 883 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 |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Water | 53.7 g | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 0.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Total Sugars | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 100.0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 17.4 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | 40.8 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | 36.0 g |
| Trans Fat | 2.2 g | 13.8 g |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 2,187.0 mg | 2,323.0 mg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 9,724.0 mg | 33,715.0 mg |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Vitamins | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1,370.0 mcg | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 37.2 mg | 6.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 56.5 mcg | 43.0 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 |
| Choline | ~ | 0.2 mg |
| Minerals | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0.0 mg |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Selenium | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Other | Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Caffeine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Theobromine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Ash | 1.9 g | 0.0 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?
Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread has fewer calories: 357 kcal for Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread vs 883 kcal for Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying per 100 g.
Is Margarine-like spread, BENECOL Light Spread or Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying 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.