Biscuit vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between biscuits and taco shells?
- Biscuits are richer in selenium, vitamin B2, iron, calcium, and vitamin B1, yet taco shells are richer in fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B6.
- Biscuits' daily need coverage for selenium is 27% higher.
- Biscuits have 4 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. Biscuits have 0.31mg of vitamin B2, while taco shells have 0.08mg.
- Taco shells contain less sodium.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than taco shells.
We used Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe 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 | +135% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +306.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +198.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +48.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +287.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +480% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +351.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.41g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 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 | -39.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~6.935g
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 4.8µg | 27% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6.7g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.64mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 83mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 100mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 7.105g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.203mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.216mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 324mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 233mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 1.61mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 5.495g | 9% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 21.79g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.56mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 1.867mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 476kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 63.49g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 5% | |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.113mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 231mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Folate | 61µg | 69µg | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 6.41g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 1.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 6.935g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0.837mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | N/A |
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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
23%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 256mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.781g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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