Biscuit vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Biscuit and Tostada shells different?
- Biscuit is richer in Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Vitamin B3, while Tostada shells are higher in Vitamin B6, Fiber, Magnesium, and Copper.
- Biscuit covers your daily need of Selenium 31% more than Tostada shells.
- Biscuit contains 3 times more Vitamin B2 than Tostada shells. Biscuit contains 0.31mg of Vitamin B2, while Tostada shells contain 0.094mg.
- Biscuit is lower in Saturated Fat.
Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Tostada shells, corn types were used 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 CalciumCalcium | +209.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +89.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +786.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +322.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +127.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +229.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +89.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +937.1% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +770.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.5% |
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
7.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -38.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +99% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~7.217g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 353kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 7g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 16.3g | 23.38g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 43.1g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 44.6g | 64.43g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 235mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.53mg |
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| Sugar | 2.18g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 164mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 580mg | 657mg |
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| Vitamin A | 82IU |
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| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 19.5µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg |
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| Folate | 61µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.324g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.93g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.087mg |
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| Threonine | 0.211mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.273mg |
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| Leucine | 0.514mg |
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| Lysine | 0.226mg |
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| Methionine | 0.132mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg |
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| Valine | 0.313mg |
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| Histidine | 0.161mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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
23%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 77mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.687g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Biscuit is relatively richer in vitamins
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.