Mashed potato vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mashed potato and taco
- Mashed potato contains less vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, iron, fiber, vitamin K, and calcium than taco.
- Taco's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 36% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in mashed potato is lower.
- Taco has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of taco is 39, while the glycemic index of mashed potato is 87.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, mashed 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 | +36.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +113.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +394.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +283.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +120% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +695.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +201.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +154.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1050% |
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 AVitamin A | +115% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +52.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +159.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +111.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +138.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +39.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +437% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +350.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 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 | -86.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +512.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +126.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
12.1 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
14.78 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +22.1% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +300% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +50% |
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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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.93µg | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 4.384g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 178mg | 17% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 12.7g | 15% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 9.2µg | 15% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 1.75mg | 14% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 8.86g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 3.042g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 1.19mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.9g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 4.411g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 28mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 15.3µg | 8% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 226kcal | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.249mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 89mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.077mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 397mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 32mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 1.65mg | 4% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.05mg | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 19µg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 20µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 209mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 19.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 14.78g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0.467g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | 0.166g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 2.708g | 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
9%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.807g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)