Nachos vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Nachos and Taco salad
- Nachos have more Phosphorus, Selenium, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B1, while Taco salad have more Vitamin B12, Folate, Vitamin B5, and Copper.
- Nachos' daily need coverage for Phosphorus is 18% higher.
- Taco salad contains 4 times less Selenium than Nachos. Nachos contain 8.6µg of Selenium, while Taco salad contains 2.2µg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Nachos are lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, nachos, with cheese and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +61.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +175% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +290.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +54% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +76.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +58.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +146% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +13.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +63.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1314.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +96.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +357.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +320% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
Protein:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +188.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +93.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.173 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.446 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -36.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +438% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +470.8% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 343kcal | 141kcal |
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| Protein | 4.32g | 6.68g |
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| Fats | 21.5g | 7.46g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 31.71g | 11.91g |
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| Carbs | 34.91g | 11.91g |
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| Cholesterol | 3mg | 22mg |
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| Magnesium | 42mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 63mg | 97mg |
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| Potassium | 362mg | 210mg |
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| Iron | 0.75mg | 1.15mg |
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| Sugar | 2.17g |
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| Fiber | 3.2g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.36mg |
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| Starch | 28.33g |
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| Phosphorus | 198mg | 72mg |
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| Sodium | 313mg | 385mg |
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| Vitamin A | 21IU | 297IU |
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| Vitamin A | 5µg |
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| Vitamin E | 4.08mg |
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| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.167mg |
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| Selenium | 8.6µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.123mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 1.24mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.68mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.32µg |
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| Vitamin K | 19.3µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 42µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.058g |
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| Choline | 26.4mg | 23.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.173g | 3.446g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 14.02g | 2.606g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 0.883g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.075mg |
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| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0.254mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0.311mg |
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| Leucine | 0.521mg | 0.549mg |
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| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0.486mg |
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| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0.145mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.25mg | 0.343mg |
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| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0.201mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g |
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 75)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 72mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.273g)
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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