Focaccia vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between focaccia and taco shells
- Focaccia has more vitamin B1, selenium, iron, folate, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3, while taco shells have more fiber, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Taco shells cover your daily need for saturated fat, 31% more than focaccia.
- Focaccia contains 4 times more vitamin B2 than taco shells. While focaccia contains 0.301mg of vitamin B2, taco shells contain only 0.08mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in focaccia is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Focaccia, Italian flatbread, plain and Taco shells, baked.
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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 | +92.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +231.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +315% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +185.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +102.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +82% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +105.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +117.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +276.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +96.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +79.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +50.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +931% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.77 g
Fats:
7.89 g
Carbs:
35.82 g
Water:
45.91 g
Other:
1.61 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +36.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +617.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +176.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.877 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.994 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +22.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +452.8% |
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 | 0.994g | 5.495g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 0.877g | 7.105g | 28% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Fats | 7.89g | 21.79g | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.47mg | 0.216mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 6.7g | 20% |
| Selenium | 15.9µg | 4.8µg | 20% |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 1.64mg | 19% |
| Folate | 138µg | 69µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.08mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 128mg | 233mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 83mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.645mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.67mg | 1.867mg | 11% |
| Calories | 249kcal | 476kcal | 11% |
| Sodium | 561mg | 324mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.364mg | 0.56mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 35.82g | 63.49g | 9% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 100mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.203mg | 7% |
| Protein | 8.77g | 6.41g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.42mg | 0.69mg | 5% |
| Choline | 2.9mg | 29.9mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.67g | 6.935g | 3% |
| Potassium | 114mg | 231mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.33mg | 1.61mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 8.6µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.113mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 34.02g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | 1.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 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 | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | 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
36%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 237mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Focaccia is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.228g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Focaccia is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.