Cayenne pepper vs. Taco seasoning — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cayenne pepper and Taco seasoning
- Taco seasoning contains less Vitamin C, Fiber, and Iron than Cayenne pepper.
- Daily need coverage for Sodium from Taco seasoning is 349% higher.
Food types used in this article are Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and PACE, Dry Taco Seasoning Mix.
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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.
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Iron
+15.6%
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Sodium
-99.6%
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Iron
+15.6%
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Sodium
-99.6%
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.
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Vitamin A
+343.6%
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Vitamin C
+69.8%
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Vitamin A
+343.6%
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Vitamin C
+69.8%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
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Water
+41.2%
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Other
+529.3%
Equal in Carbs - 56.29
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
56.29 g
Water:
5.7 g
Other:
38.01 g
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Water
+41.2%
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Other
+529.3%
Equal in Carbs - 56.29
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 29.43g | 37.49g |
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| Protein | 12.01g | 0g |
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| Fats | 17.27g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 56.63g | 56.29g |
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| Calories | 318kcal | 188kcal |
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| Sugar | 10.34g | 18.76g |
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| Fiber | 27.2g | 18.8g |
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| Calcium | 148mg |
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| Iron | 7.8mg | 6.75mg |
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| Magnesium | 152mg |
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| Phosphorus | 293mg |
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| Potassium | 2014mg |
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| Sodium | 30mg | 8068mg |
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| Zinc | 2.48mg |
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| Copper | 0.373mg |
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| Manganese | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 8.8µg |
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| Vitamin A | 41610IU | 9381IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2081µg |
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| Vitamin E | 29.83mg |
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| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 45mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg |
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| Folate | 106µg |
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| Vitamin K | 80.3µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.26g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
388%
59%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco seasoning is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.26g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco seasoning is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco seasoning is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 8038mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)