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Cumin vs. Taco seasoning — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Cumin and Taco seasoning?

  • Cumin is higher in Iron, yet Taco seasoning is higher in Vitamin C, and Fiber.
  • Cumin's daily need coverage for Iron is 745% more.

We used Spices, cumin seed and PACE, Dry Taco Seasoning Mix types in this article.

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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 +883.1%
Contains less Sodium -97.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 280% 2489% 262% 214% 158% 22% 131% 289% 435% 29%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 254% 0% 0% 0% 1053% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Iron +883.1%
Contains less Sodium -97.9%

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.
Cumin
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Contains more Vitamin A +638.7%
Contains more Vitamin C +484.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 77% 67% 0% 26% 157% 76% 86% 0% 101% 8% 0% 14%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 563% 0% 0% 150% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +638.7%
Contains more Vitamin C +484.4%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +41.4%
Contains more Carbs +27.2%
Contains more Other +398.8%
18% 22% 44% 8% 8%
Protein: 17.81 g
Fats: 22.27 g
Carbs: 44.24 g
Water: 8.06 g
Other: 7.62 g
56% 6% 38%
Protein: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 56.29 g
Water: 5.7 g
Other: 38.01 g
Contains more Protein +∞%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Water +41.4%
Contains more Carbs +27.2%
Contains more Other +398.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Cumin Taco seasoning
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Cumin Taco seasoning Opinion
Net carbs 33.74g 37.49g Taco seasoning
Protein 17.81g 0g Cumin
Fats 22.27g 0g Cumin
Carbs 44.24g 56.29g Taco seasoning
Calories 375kcal 188kcal Cumin
Sugar 2.25g 18.76g Cumin
Fiber 10.5g 18.8g Taco seasoning
Calcium 931mg Cumin
Iron 66.36mg 6.75mg Cumin
Magnesium 366mg Cumin
Phosphorus 499mg Cumin
Potassium 1788mg Cumin
Sodium 168mg 8068mg Cumin
Zinc 4.8mg Cumin
Copper 0.867mg Cumin
Manganese 3.333mg Cumin
Selenium 5.2µg Cumin
Vitamin A 1270IU 9381IU Taco seasoning
Vitamin A RAE 64µg Cumin
Vitamin E 3.33mg Cumin
Vitamin C 7.7mg 45mg Taco seasoning
Vitamin B1 0.628mg Cumin
Vitamin B2 0.327mg Cumin
Vitamin B3 4.579mg Cumin
Vitamin B6 0.435mg Cumin
Folate 10µg Cumin
Vitamin K 5.4µg Cumin
Saturated Fat 1.535g 0g Taco seasoning
Monounsaturated Fat 14.04g Cumin
Polyunsaturated fat 3.279g Cumin

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Cumin Taco seasoning
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
51%
Cumin
59%
Taco seasoning
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
431%
Cumin
131%
Taco seasoning

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco seasoning
Taco seasoning is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.535g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco seasoning
Taco seasoning is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco seasoning
Taco seasoning is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cumin
Cumin is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cumin
Cumin contains less Sodium (difference - 7900mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cumin
Cumin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cumin
Cumin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Cumin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170923/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.