Melba toast vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between melba toast and tostada shells
- Melba toast has more selenium, manganese, iron, vitamin B3, copper, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, and zinc; however, tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6.
- Melba toast's daily need coverage for selenium is 59% more.
- Melba toast contains 4 times more vitamin B5 than tostada shells. Melba toast contains 0.693mg of vitamin B5, while tostada shells contain 0.191mg.
- Melba toast contains less saturated fat.
- Melba toast has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of melba toast is 64, while the glycemic index of tostada shells is 49.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Crackers, melba toast, plain and Tostada shells, corn.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +22.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +141.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +95.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +63.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +211.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1481.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +17% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +190.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +164.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +262.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +270.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.1 g
Fats:
3.2 g
Carbs:
76.6 g
Water:
5.1 g
Other:
3 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +630.6% |
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Other
~2.72g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.445 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.782 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.282 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 | -93.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +822.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +546.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 34.8µg | 2.2µg | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.282g | 8.285g | 47% |
| Manganese | 1.13mg | 0.363mg | 33% |
| Fats | 3.2g | 23.38g | 31% |
| Folate | 124µg | 31% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.445g | 7.011g | 30% |
| Iron | 3.7mg | 1.53mg | 27% |
| Starch | 55.4g | 23% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.098mg | 0.363mg | 20% |
| Copper | 0.289mg | 0.148mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.782g | 7.217g | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.113mg | 1.553mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.273mg | 0.094mg | 14% |
| Protein | 12.1g | 6.15g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.693mg | 0.191mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.23mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.413mg | 0.353mg | 5% |
| Choline | 19.8mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 390kcal | 474kcal | 4% |
| Magnesium | 59mg | 76mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 76.6g | 64.43g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 598mg | 657mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 6.3g | 5.8g | 2% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 76mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 196mg | 203mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.9µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 202mg | 237mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.3g | 58.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.94g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.342mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.462mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.844mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.214mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.261mg | 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
32%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
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 - 0.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melba toast contains less Sodium (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.566g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Melba toast is relatively richer in vitamins
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.