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Arborio rice vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between arborio rice and nachos

  • Arborio rice has more folate, iron, and manganese, while nachos have more phosphorus, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin B2, and magnesium.
  • Nachos' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 24% higher.
  • Nachos contain 6 times less folate than arborio rice. Arborio rice contains 59µg of folate, while nachos contain 10µg.
  • The amount of saturated fat in arborio rice is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Rice, white, short-grain, enriched, cooked and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 5.7% 0.3% 2.3% 55% 24% 11% 14% 0% 47% 41%
Nachos
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 30% 19% 32% 28% 21% 23% 85% 41% 24% 47%
Contains more IronIron +94.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +12.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +90.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +425%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +6200%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1292.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +115%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +500%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +14.7%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 41% 3.7% 28% 24% 14% 0% 0% 44% 0%
Nachos
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 3.7% 1.7% 82% 0% 31% 31% 12% 23% 50% 8.8% 48% 7.5% 14%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +33.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +137%
Contains more FolateFolate +490%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +731.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +264.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.38mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 29% 69%
Protein: 2.36 g
Fats: 0.19 g
Carbs: 28.73 g
Water: 68.53 g
Other: 0.19 g
Nachos
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4% 22% 35% 37% 2%
Protein: 4.32 g
Fats: 21.5 g
Carbs: 34.91 g
Water: 37.4 g
Other: 1.87 g
Contains more WaterWater +83.2%
Contains more ProteinProtein +83.1%
Contains more FatsFats +11215.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +21.5%
Contains more OtherOther +884.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
32% 36% 31%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.051 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.058 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.05 g
Nachos
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10% 66% 24%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.04 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +24072.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +9980%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Arborio rice Nachos
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Arborio rice Nachos DV% diff.
Monounsaturated fat 0.058g 14.02g 35%
Fats 0.19g 21.5g 33%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.05g 5.04g 33%
Vitamin E 4.08mg 27%
Phosphorus 33mg 198mg 24%
Vitamin K 19.3µg 16%
Sodium 0mg 313mg 14%
Fiber 3.2g 13%
Folate 59µg 10µg 12%
Starch 28.33g 12%
Vitamin B6 0.059mg 0.215mg 12%
Calories 130kcal 343kcal 11%
Potassium 26mg 362mg 10%
Saturated fat 0.051g 2.173g 10%
Vitamin B2 0.016mg 0.133mg 9%
Iron 1.46mg 0.75mg 9%
Magnesium 8mg 42mg 8%
Manganese 0.357mg 0.187mg 7%
Calcium 1mg 63mg 6%
Choline 26.4mg 5%
Vitamin B3 1.493mg 0.63mg 5%
Protein 2.36g 4.32g 4%
Zinc 0.4mg 0.86mg 4%
Vitamin B1 0.164mg 0.123mg 3%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.07µg 3%
Selenium 7.5µg 8.6µg 2%
Carbs 28.73g 34.91g 2%
Cholesterol 0mg 3mg 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.1mg 1%
Copper 0.072mg 0.064mg 1%
Vitamin A 0µg 5µg 1%
Net carbs 28.73g 31.71g N/A
Sugar 2.17g N/A
Vitamin B5 0.397mg 0.38mg 0%
Trans fat 0.058g N/A
Tryptophan 0.027mg 0.042mg 0%
Threonine 0.084mg 0.156mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.102mg 0.187mg 0%
Leucine 0.195mg 0.521mg 0%
Lysine 0.085mg 0.156mg 0%
Methionine 0.056mg 0.094mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.126mg 0.229mg 0%
Valine 0.144mg 0.25mg 0%
Histidine 0.056mg 0.135mg 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.617g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.032g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.011g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.343g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Arborio rice Nachos
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
12%
Arborio rice
24%
Nachos
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Arborio rice
35%
Nachos

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Nachos
Nachos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Nachos
Nachos is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice contains less Sodium (difference - 313mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.122g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arborio rice
Arborio rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)

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. Arborio rice - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168882/nutrients
  2. Nachos - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170291/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.