Corned beef vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are corned beef and taco different?
- Corned beef is higher in selenium, vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B6; however, taco is richer in fiber, vitamin K, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for corned beef is 43% higher.
- Corned beef contains 4 times more cholesterol than taco. While corned beef contains 98mg of cholesterol, taco contains only 28mg.
- Corned beef has a lower glycemic index (0) than taco (39).
Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell are the varieties 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 IronIron | +56.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +161.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +256.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1012.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +44.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1031.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +183.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +83.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +155.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +75.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +116.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +92.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +920% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +216.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.17 g
Fats:
18.98 g
Carbs:
0.47 g
Water:
59.79 g
Other:
2.59 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +105.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4123.4% |
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Water
~57.02g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.67 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +109% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -30.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +354% |
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 | 32.8µg | 9.2µg | 43% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.63µg | 0.93µg | 29% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 1.75mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 973mg | 397mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 28mg | 23% |
| Protein | 18.17g | 8.86g | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.67g | 3.042g | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 15.3µg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.22g | 4.411g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.09mg | 11% |
| Fats | 18.98g | 12.7g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.249mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 6.34g | 4.384g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.03mg | 1.65mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.154mg | 0.077mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.06mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.42mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 125mg | 178mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.86mg | 1.19mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 89mg | 8% |
| Choline | 69.2mg | 32mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.47g | 19.85g | 6% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 32mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.16mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Folate | 6µg | 19µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 209mg | 2% |
| Calories | 251kcal | 226kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.47g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 4IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.119mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.726mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.827mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.445mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.536mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.473mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.718mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.901mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.58mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 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
33%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 576mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.956g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Corned beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
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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