Chocolate cake vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Chocolate cake and Tostada shells
- Chocolate cake has more Selenium, Vitamin B2, and Copper, while Tostada shells has more Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Fiber, Phosphorus, and Magnesium.
- Tostada shells covers your daily need of Vitamin B6 25% more than Chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake contains 5 times more Selenium than Tostada shells. While Chocolate cake contains 11.9µg of Selenium, Tostada shells contain only 2.2µg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Chocolate cake is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Tostada shells, corn.
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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 CopperCopper | +39.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +440.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +137.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +26.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +78.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +91.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.6% |
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 | +126.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +59.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +785.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +634.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 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 | -22.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +19.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +200.1% |
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 | 371kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 5.3g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 15.1g | 23.38g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 51.8g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 53.4g | 64.43g |
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| Cholesterol | 58mg |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 60mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 140mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 1.61mg | 1.53mg |
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| Fiber | 1.6g | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 106mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 315mg | 657mg |
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| Vitamin A | 140IU |
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| Manganese | 0.28mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 11.9µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg |
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| Folate | 27µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Choline | 128.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.43g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.039g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.068mg |
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| Threonine | 0.202mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.24mg |
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| Leucine | 0.407mg |
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| Lysine | 0.268mg |
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| Methionine | 0.116mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg |
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| Valine | 0.283mg |
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| Histidine | 0.12mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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
19%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.581g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)