Bay leaf vs. Taco seasoning — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between bay leaf and taco seasoning?
- Bay leaf is higher in iron and fiber, yet taco seasoning is higher in vitamin A.
- Bay leaf's daily need coverage for iron is 453% more.
We used Spices, bay leaf 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +537% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.61 g
Fats:
8.36 g
Carbs:
74.97 g
Water:
5.44 g
Other:
3.62 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
56.29 g
Water:
5.7 g
Other:
38.01 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +950% |
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Water
~5.7g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 43mg | 6.75mg | 453% |
| Manganese | 8.167mg | 355% | |
| Sodium | 23mg | 8068mg | 350% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.74mg | 134% | |
| Calcium | 834mg | 83% | |
| Copper | 0.416mg | 46% | |
| Folate | 180µg | 45% | |
| Zinc | 3.7mg | 34% | |
| Vitamin A | 309µg | 34% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 32% | |
| Fiber | 26.3g | 18.8g | 30% |
| Magnesium | 120mg | 29% | |
| Phosphorus | 113mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 529mg | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.29g | 15% | |
| Protein | 7.61g | 0g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.005mg | 13% | |
| Fats | 8.36g | 0g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28g | 0g | 10% |
| Carbs | 74.97g | 56.29g | 6% |
| Calories | 313kcal | 188kcal | 6% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.64g | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 46.5mg | 45mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 48.67g | 37.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.76g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
72%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
337%
131%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco seasoning is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.28g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bay leaf is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bay leaf contains less Sodium (difference - 8045mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bay leaf is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bay leaf is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)