Paratha vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are paratha and tostada shells different?
- Paratha is richer in manganese, fiber, selenium, and vitamin B5, while tostada shells are higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Paratha covers your daily need for manganese, 30% more than tostada shells.
- Paratha contains 3 times more selenium than tostada shells. Paratha contains 7.1µg of selenium, while tostada shells contain 2.2µg.
- Paratha is lower in saturated fat.
Bread, paratha, whole wheat, commercially prepared, frozen and Tostada shells, corn types were 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 less SodiumSodium | -31.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +190.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +222.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +105.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +204% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +69.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +143.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +220.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +23.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +353.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.36 g
Fats:
13.2 g
Carbs:
45.35 g
Water:
33.5 g
Other:
1.59 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +909% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +77.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.1% |
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Protein
~6.15g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.826 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.837 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.484 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 | -16.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +88.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +233.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
31.5 g
Sucrose:
1.75 g
Glucose:
0.35 g
Fructose:
0.35 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.7 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
55.4 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +75.9% |
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.484g | 8.285g | 39% |
| Manganese | 1.054mg | 0.363mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.363mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.353mg | 20% |
| Fats | 13.2g | 23.38g | 16% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 5.8g | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 203mg | 12% |
| Starch | 31.5g | 55.4g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 76mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 7.1µg | 2.2µg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.35mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 452mg | 657mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.837g | 7.217g | 8% |
| Calories | 326kcal | 474kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 45.35g | 64.43g | 6% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 76mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 5.826g | 7.011g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.465mg | 0.191mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.82mg | 1.23mg | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 3.4µg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 139mg | 237mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.83mg | 1.553mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 1.53mg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.3mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.076mg | 0.094mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.36g | 6.15g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 35.75g | 58.63g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.146mg | 0.148mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0.163g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.35g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.064g | 0.124g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.386g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
13%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Paratha contains less Sodium (difference - 205mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Paratha is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.185g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paratha is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)