Doughnuts vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are doughnuts and taco shells different?
- Doughnuts are richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B1, iron, and selenium, while taco shells are higher in fiber, magnesium, vitamin B6, zinc, and manganese.
- Doughnuts cover your daily need for saturated fat, 20% more than taco shells.
- Doughnuts contain 4 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. Doughnuts contain 0.301mg of vitamin B2, while taco shells contain 0.08mg.
- Taco shells are lower in saturated fat.
Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Taco shells, baked 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 IronIron | +54.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +110.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +388.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +222% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +68.2% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +188.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +276.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +14% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +24.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +306% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +225.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +40.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
25.91 g
Sucrose:
16.02 g
Glucose:
0.67 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0.93 g
Maltose:
0.54 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 SucroseSucrose | +1502% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +570% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +830% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +440% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +112% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 1.7g | 6.7g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 11.105g | 7.105g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.08mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 83mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.216mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.203mg | 12% |
| Starch | 25.91g | 54.94g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 5.495g | 11% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 1.64mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 4.8µg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.56mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 1.61mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 0.69mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 477mg | 324mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 1.867mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 100mg | 6% |
| Folate | 92µg | 69µg | 6% |
| Carbs | 47.06g | 63.49g | 5% |
| Fats | 24.93g | 21.79g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.544g | 6.935g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 233mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.113mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 231mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Calories | 434kcal | 476kcal | 2% |
| Protein | 5.31g | 6.41g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 8.6µg | 1% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 29.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 45.36g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 18.15g | 1.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | 0.27g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 5.097g | N/A |
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
32%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 153mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco shells is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts 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.