Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) vs Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying
Nutrition comparison per 100 g.
Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil)
605 kcal
Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying
883 kcal
Calories
605 kcal
883 kcal
Protein
0.1 g
0.0 g
Carbs
0.2 g
0.0 g
Fiber
0.0 g
0.0 g
Sugars
0.0 g
0.0 g
Fat
71.0 g
100.0 g
Sodium
729 mg
0 mg
Key takeaways
- Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) has 32% fewer calories (605 kcal vs 883 kcal).
- Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) has more protein (0.1 g vs 0.0 g).
- Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying has more carbs (0.0 g vs 0.2 g).
- Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) has more fat (71.0 g vs 100.0 g).
- Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying has more sodium (0 mg vs 729 mg).
| Macronutrients | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 605 kcal | 883 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0.0 g |
| Total Fat | 71.0 g | 100.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Water | 27.9 g | 0.0 g |
| Carbohydrates | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 71.0 g | 100.0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 17.4 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 25.3 g | 40.8 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.5 g | 36.0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.4 g | 13.8 g |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 2,432.0 mg | 2,323.0 mg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 15,201.0 mg | 33,715.0 mg |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0.0 g |
| Vitamins | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamin D | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 11.8 mg | 6.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 52.5 mcg | 43.0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | ~ | 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, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Iron | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Magnesium | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 23.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Potassium | 71.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Sodium | 729.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Zinc | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Copper | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Selenium | ~ | 0.0 mcg |
| Sterols | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 23.0 mg | 0.0 mg |
| Phytosterols | 3.0 mg | ~ |
| Campesterol | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Stigmasterol | 0.0 mg | ~ |
| Beta-sitosterol | 3.0 mg | ~ |
| Other | Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) | Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | 0.0 g |
| Caffeine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Theobromine | ~ | 0.0 mg |
| Ash | 0.9 g | 0.0 g |
Frequently asked questions
Which has fewer calories, Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) or Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?
Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) has fewer calories: 605 kcal for Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) vs 883 kcal for Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying per 100 g.
Which has more protein, Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) or Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?
Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) has more protein: 0.1 g for Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) vs 0.0 g for Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying per 100 g.
Is Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) or Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying healthier?
Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) is lower in calories, and Margarine-like spread, SMART BALANCE Omega Plus Spread (with plant sterols & fish oil) is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.