Fast food vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Fast food and Taco salad
- The amount of Selenium, Vitamin B3, Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Zinc, Folate, Phosphorus, and Manganese in Fast food is higher than in Taco salad.
- Fast food covers your daily Selenium needs 33% more than Taco salad.
- Taco salad has 6 times less Vitamin B1 than Fast food. Fast food has 0.317mg of Vitamin B1, while Taco salad has 0.05mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 | +166.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +113.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +822.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +56.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +534% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +101.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +353% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +92.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +178.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +47.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +482.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +28.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +147.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +164.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +88.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.446 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +85.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +90.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -23.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 297kcal | 141kcal |
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| Protein | 16.52g | 6.68g |
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| Fats | 12.01g | 7.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.8g | 11.91g |
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| Carbs | 31.5g | 11.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 33mg | 22mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 62mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 197mg | 210mg |
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| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.15mg |
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| Sugar | 4.88g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 2.52mg | 1.36mg |
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| Starch | 22.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 134mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 331mg | 385mg |
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| Vitamin A | 51IU | 297IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.167mg |
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 1.24mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.68mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.32µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 80µg | 42µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.514g |
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| Choline | 34.4mg | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.493g | 3.446g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.835g | 2.606g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 0.883g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.254mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.311mg |
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| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.549mg |
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| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.486mg |
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| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.343mg |
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| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.201mg |
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| Fructose | 2.27g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g |
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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
43%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco salad is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.047g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)