Navajo frybread vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Navajo frybread and Taco shells
- Navajo frybread has more Iron, Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, and Folate, however, Taco shells are richer in Phosphorus, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, and Zinc.
- Navajo frybread's daily need coverage for Iron is 30% more.
- Navajo frybread contains 4 times more Selenium than Taco shells. Navajo frybread contains 18.6µg of Selenium, while Taco shells contain 4.8µg.
- Navajo frybread contains less Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Frybread, made with lard (Navajo) and Taco shells, baked.
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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 | +146.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +287.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +200% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +360% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +89.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +88.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +99.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +171.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +146.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +76.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +434.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +975% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.69 g
Fats:
12.22 g
Carbs:
48.26 g
Water:
31.57 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +393.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +78.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.41g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.621 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.055 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 | -35% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +57.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +420.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
42.85 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.76 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
54.94 g
Sucrose:
1 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0.1 g
Lactose:
0.1 g
Maltose:
0.1 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +1660% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +28.2% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +488.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Glucose
~0.1g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 330kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 6.69g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 12.22g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 48.26g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 48.26g | 63.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 57mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 77mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 4.04mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 2.03g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.35mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 42.85g | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 123mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 329mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.297mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 18.6µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.43mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.217mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.603mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.164mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 122µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.621g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.411g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.055g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.051g | 0.27g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.018g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g |
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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
27%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Navajo frybread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.484g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.