Angel food cake vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Angel food cake and Taco shells?
- Angel food cake is richer in Vitamin B2, and Phosphorus, yet Taco shells are richer in Fiber, Manganese, Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, and Vitamin B6.
- Taco shells' daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 35% higher.
- Angel food cake has 6 times more Vitamin B2 than Taco shells. Angel food cake has 0.491mg of Vitamin B2, while Taco shells have 0.08mg.
- Taco shells contain less Sodium.
We used Cake, angelfood, commercially prepared and Taco shells, baked types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +40% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +52.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +591.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +148.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +215.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +558.8% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +513.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +111.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +554.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +97.1% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.9 g
Fats:
0.8 g
Carbs:
57.8 g
Water:
33.2 g
Other:
2.3 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +418.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2623.8% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.41g
~equal in
Carbs
~63.49g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.121 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.071 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.367 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +9667.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1397.3% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 258kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 5.9g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 0.8g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 56.3g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 57.8g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 12mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 140mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 93mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 0.52mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 324mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 749mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.085mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 7.3µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.102mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.491mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.883mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.198mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.031mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 35µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.121g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.071g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.367g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.248mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.312mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.481mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.364mg | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.334mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.354mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.131mg | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g |
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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
16%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 425mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco shells is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Angel food cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Angel food cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.984g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Angel food cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.