Italian bread vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Italian bread and Taco shells
- Italian bread has more Selenium, Folate, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Iron, and Vitamin B3, while Taco shells has more Phosphorus, Fiber, and Magnesium.
- Italian bread covers your daily need of Selenium 41% more than Taco shells.
- Italian bread contains 4 times more Vitamin B2 than Taco shells. While Italian bread contains 0.292mg of Vitamin B2, Taco shells contain only 0.08mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Bread, italian 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 | +79.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +466.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +207.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +119% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +265% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +134.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +176.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +137.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +322.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +616.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +104.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.8 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
50.1 g
Water:
35.7 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +457.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +522.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.7% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.812 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.39 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 | -100% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +754.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +295.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 271kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 8.8g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 3.5g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 46.9g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 50.1g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 78mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 110mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 2.94mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 3.17g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 3.2g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.191mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 103mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 550mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.464mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 27.2µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.473mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.292mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.381mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.378mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 191µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 14.6mg | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.812g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.39g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.103mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.245mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.614mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.197mg | |
| Methionine | 0.156mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.433mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.376mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.188mg | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g |
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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
36%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 226mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Italian bread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Italian bread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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 minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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