Cheese sandwich vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between cheese sandwich and taco shells
- Cheese sandwich has more selenium, vitamin B2, manganese, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B1, and calcium, while taco shells have more fiber.
- Cheese sandwich covers your daily need for selenium, 35% more than taco shells.
- Cheese sandwich contains 5 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. While cheese sandwich contains 0.427mg of vitamin B2, taco shells contain only 0.08mg.
- The amount of sodium in taco shells is lower.
- Cheese sandwich has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is 54, while the glycemic index of taco shells is 69.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling 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 | +104% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +406.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.4% |
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 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +65.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +433.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +70.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +100% |
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Carbs
~63.49g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 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 | -41.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +66.8% |
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 24.3µg | 4.8µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.427mg | 0.08mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.166g | 5.495g | 24% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Manganese | 1.083mg | 0.56mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 839mg | 324mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 382mg | 233mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 6.7g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.129g | 7.105g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.358mg | 0.216mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.62mg | 1.64mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 204mg | 100mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.351g | 6.935g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.185mg | 1.867mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 1.61mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 54mg | 83mg | 7% |
| Protein | 9.8g | 6.41g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Fats | 25g | 21.79g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.16mg | 0.113mg | 5% |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.261mg | 0.203mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 58.2g | 63.49g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 306mg | 231mg | 2% |
| Calories | 497kcal | 476kcal | 1% |
| Folate | 64µg | 69µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.1g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.5g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0.837mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 515mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.976g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.