Filo vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between filo and tostada shells
- Filo has more selenium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1; however, tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, fiber, and magnesium.
- Filo covers your daily selenium needs 38% more than tostada shells.
- Tostada shells have 4 times less vitamin B2 than filo. Filo has 0.341mg of vitamin B2, while tostada shells have 0.094mg.
- Filo contains less saturated fat.
- Tostada shells have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tostada shells is 49, while the glycemic index of filo is 38.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Phyllo dough 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 IronIron | +109.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +31.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +959.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +406.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +590.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +220.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +151% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +170.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +262.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1110% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
6 g
Carbs:
52.6 g
Water:
32.6 g
Other:
1.7 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +881.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +289.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.47 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.923 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 | -79% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +797.6% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.923g | 8.285g | 49% |
| Selenium | 23.3µg | 2.2µg | 38% |
| Fats | 6g | 23.38g | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.363mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 1.47g | 7.011g | 25% |
| Starch | 55.4g | 23% | |
| Folate | 88µg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.21mg | 1.53mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.341mg | 0.094mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 75mg | 203mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.073mg | 1.553mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 5.8g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.541mg | 0.353mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 76mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.149g | 7.217g | 10% |
| Calories | 299kcal | 474kcal | 9% |
| Sodium | 483mg | 657mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 76mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.23mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.148mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.476mg | 0.363mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 237mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 52.6g | 64.43g | 4% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 6.15g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.302mg | 0.191mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Choline | 6.9mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 50.7g | 58.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.18g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.246mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.159mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 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
30%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Filo contains less Sodium (difference - 174mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Filo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.541g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Filo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Filo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)