Horse meat vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between horse meat and taco
- Horse meat has more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B6, and copper, while taco has more fiber.
- Horse meat covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 93% more than taco.
- Horse meat contains 4 times more iron than taco. While horse meat contains 5.03mg of iron, taco contains only 1.19mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in taco is lower.
- Horse meat has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of horse meat is 0, while the glycemic index of taco is 39.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Game meat, horse, cooked, roasted and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +81.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +322.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +122.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +118.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1012.5% |
| 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 CVitamin C | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +193.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +239.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.14 g
Fats:
6.05 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
63.98 g
Other:
1.83 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +217.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +109.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.12 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.85 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +108.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +257.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.16µg | 0.93µg | 93% |
| Iron | 5.03mg | 1.19mg | 48% |
| Protein | 28.14g | 8.86g | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.84mg | 1.65mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 3.82mg | 1.75mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.33mg | 0.09mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.85g | 3.042g | 15% |
| Sodium | 55mg | 397mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 13% | |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 28mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.9g | 4.384g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.171mg | 0.077mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 178mg | 10% |
| Fats | 6.05g | 12.7g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.249mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 89mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 9.2µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 0g | 19.85g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.12g | 4.411g | 6% |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Folate | 19µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 379mg | 209mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.05mg | 4% |
| Calories | 175kcal | 226kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.349mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.334mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.232mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.398mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.623mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.458mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.081mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 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 |
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
48%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 40mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horse meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horse meat contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horse meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.484g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horse meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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