Cheese crackers vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cheese crackers and Taco shells
- Cheese crackers have more Iron, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Folate, Vitamin B2, Selenium, and Vitamin B12, however, Taco shells have more Fiber, and Magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for Iron from Cheese crackers is 41% higher.
- Taco shells are lower in Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Crackers, cheese, regular and Taco shells, baked.
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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 | +36% |
| Contains more IronIron | +197.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +181.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +232% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +35.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +817.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +217.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +160.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +322.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +227.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +120.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +243.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.93 g
Fats:
22.74 g
Carbs:
59.42 g
Water:
3.55 g
Other:
3.36 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +70.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +75.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +80.3% |
~equal in
Fats
~21.79g
~equal in
Carbs
~63.49g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.288 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.744 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.09 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 | -25.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +83.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +20.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
52.56 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0.37 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
3.84 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
54.94 g
Sucrose:
1 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0.1 g
Lactose:
0.1 g
Maltose:
0.1 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +200% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +270% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +3740% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Starch
~54.94g
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 |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 489kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 10.93g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 22.74g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 57.12g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 59.42g | 63.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 25mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 136mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 156mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 4.88mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 4.53g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.125mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 1.19mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 52.56g | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 200mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 973mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 156IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 17µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.19mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.562mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 13.5µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.562mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.338mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.113mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.472mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 9.4µg | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 152µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.542g | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 8.7mg | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.288g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.744g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.09g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.129mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.295mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.424mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.744mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.418mg | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.194mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.49mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.478mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.245mg | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.37g | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.715g | 0.27g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.25g | 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
49%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
69%
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 - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 649mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cheese crackers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.817g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese crackers 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.