Marble cake vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Marble cake and Taco shells?
- Marble cake is higher in Phosphorus, yet Taco shells are higher in Manganese, Magnesium, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Folate.
- Taco shells' daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 23% more.
- Marble cake has 2 times more Sodium than Taco shells. While Marble cake has 519mg of Sodium, Taco shells have only 324mg.
We used Cake, pudding-type, marble, dry mix and Taco shells, baked types in this article.
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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 CopperCopper | +19.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +31.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +360% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +302.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +84.6% |
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 | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +712% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +207.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +91.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +564.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.4 g
Fats:
11.7 g
Carbs:
79.5 g
Water:
3.1 g
Other:
2.3 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +86.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +106.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.779 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 | -65.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +46% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.4% |
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 | 416kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 3.4g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 11.7g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 76.6g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 79.5g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 76mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 123mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 1.62mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 35.71g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 2.9g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.135mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.35mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 275mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 519mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 1µg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.139mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 2.6µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.546mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.096mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 36µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 4.5mg | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.45g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.75g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.779g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.105mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.127mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.22mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.049mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.158mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.164mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.065mg | 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
13%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 34.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 195mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco shells is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Marble cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.655g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marble cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
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 ($)