Matzo vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are matzo and tostada shells different?
- Matzo is higher in selenium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and manganese; however, tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for matzo is 63% higher.
- Matzo contains 3 times more vitamin B2 than tostada shells. While matzo contains 0.291mg of vitamin B2, tostada shells contain only 0.094mg.
- Matzo has less saturated fat.
Crackers, matzo, plain and Tostada shells, corn are the varieties used 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 IronIron | +106.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +79.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1577.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +204% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +484.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +111.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +146.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +80.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +128.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +209.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +150.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +131.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +215.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
83.7 g
Water:
4.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1570% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +353.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.226 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.603 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.011 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5582.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1274% |
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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| Selenium | 36.9µg | 2.2µg | 63% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.603g | 8.285g | 51% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 23.38g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 0.226g | 7.011g | 31% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 657mg | 29% |
| Starch | 55.4g | 23% | |
| Iron | 3.16mg | 1.53mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.115mg | 0.363mg | 19% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.127g | 7.217g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 89mg | 203mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.892mg | 1.553mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.291mg | 0.094mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 76mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.65mg | 0.363mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 5.8g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.148mg | 10% |
| Protein | 10g | 6.15g | 8% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 76mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 83.7g | 64.43g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.68mg | 1.23mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.191mg | 5% |
| Folate | 17µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 395kcal | 474kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 237mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.387mg | 0.353mg | 3% |
| Choline | 10.8mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 80.7g | 58.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.29g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.692mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.193mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.494mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.42mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.213mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 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
24%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
51%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.29g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Matzo contains less Sodium (difference - 657mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Matzo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.785g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Matzo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Matzo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)