Sunflower Oil vs Household Shortening
Every measured nutrient, side by side: per serving first, then per 100 calories and per 100 grams.
Key takeaways
- Sunflower Oil has more protein per 100 calories: 0 g against 0 g.
- Sunflower Oil is lighter per 100 g: 707 kcal against 892 kcal.
- Sunflower Oil leads in 7 micronutrients, including Vitamin E, Iron, Polyunsaturated Fat.
- Household Shortening leads in 4 micronutrients, including Choline, Vitamin K, Saturated Fat.
Per serving
Sunflower Oilper 1 tbsp (14 g)
99kcalin 1 tbsp (14 g)
Macros
Calories99 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat11.2 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →0.028 / 550 mg0%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →6.52 / 15 mg43%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →0.799 / 120 µg1%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0.001 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →4.67 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →7.23 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →1.46 / 20 g7%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0.016 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →0 / 300 mg0%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0.023 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →5.05 g–
Household Shorteningper 1 tbsp (13 g)
116kcalin 1 tbsp (13 g)
Macros
Calories116 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat13 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →1.64 / 550 mg0%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →0.463 / 15 mg3%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →4.19 / 120 µg3%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →2.41 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →5.78 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →4.24 / 20 g21%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →3.64 / 300 mg1%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →2.22 g–
Per 100 calories
Sunflower Oilper 100 calories
100kcalper 100 calories
Macros
Calories100 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat11.3 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →0.028 / 550 mg0%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →6.59 / 15 mg44%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →0.807 / 120 µg1%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0.001 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →4.71 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →7.3 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →1.48 / 20 g7%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0.016 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →0 / 300 mg0%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0.023 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →5.11 g–
Household Shorteningper 100 calories
100kcalper 100 calories
Macros
Calories100 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat11.2 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →1.41 / 550 mg0%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →0.4 / 15 mg3%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →3.62 / 120 µg3%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →2.07 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →4.98 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →3.66 / 20 g18%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →3.14 / 300 mg1%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →1.92 g–
Per 100 grams
Sunflower Oilper 100 grams
707kcalper 100 grams
Macros
Calories707 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat80 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →0.2 / 550 mg0%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →46.6 / 15 mg311%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →5.7 / 120 µg5%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0.008 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →33.3 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →51.6 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →10.5 / 20 g52%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0.116 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →0 / 300 mg0%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0.163 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →36.1 g–
Household Shorteningper 100 grams
892kcalper 100 grams
Macros
Calories892 kcal–
Protein0 g–
Carbs0 g–
Fat100 g–
Vitamins
CholineCholineFunctionCholine supports cell membrane structure and neurotransmitter production. Eggs are one of the most concentrated everyday sources.Top food sources of Choline →12.6 / 550 mg2%
Vitamin EVitamin EFunctionVitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, which ties into recovery from training and daily wear.Top food sources of Vitamin E →3.57 / 15 mg24%
Vitamin KVitamin KFunctionVitamin K is essential for normal blood clotting and also supports bone health by helping direct calcium to where it belongs.Top food sources of Vitamin K →32.3 / 120 µg27%
Minerals
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →0 / 18 mg0%
Fats
Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →18.5 g–
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →44.5 g–
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →32.7 / 20 g163%
Trans FatTrans FatFunctionTrans fat is mostly a byproduct of partially hydrogenated oils used in processed food. It offers no nutritional benefit, so keeping intake as close to zero as possible is the goal.Top food sources of Trans Fat →0 g–
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →28 / 300 mg9%
Omega-3 (ALA)Omega-3 (ALA)FunctionALA is a plant-based omega-3 fat the body can partially convert into EPA and DHA. It is found in seeds, nuts, and their oils.Top food sources of Omega-3 (ALA) →0 g–
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →17.1 g–
Full profiles
Values come from the same measured catalog the Ration tracker uses. See the complete pages for Sunflower Oil and Household Shortening, including preparation variants and research-cited compound levels, or compare any two foods.