Pastry vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pastry and tostada shells different?
- Pastry is higher in selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and iron; however, tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, fiber, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for pastry is 40% higher.
- Pastry contains 3 times more vitamin B2 than tostada shells. While pastry contains 0.283mg of vitamin B2, tostada shells contain only 0.094mg.
- Tostada shells have less saturated fat.
Puff pastry, frozen, ready-to-bake 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 | +67.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1000% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +375% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +660% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +288.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +132.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +238.3% |
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 | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +201.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +168.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1628.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.3 g
Fats:
38.1 g
Carbs:
45.1 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +156% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +172% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.643 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
21.597 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.894 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.011 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +199.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 24.2µg | 2.2µg | 40% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 21.597g | 7.217g | 36% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.021mg | 0.363mg | 26% |
| Fats | 38.1g | 23.38g | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.894g | 8.285g | 23% |
| Starch | 55.4g | 23% | |
| Folate | 78µg | 20% | |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 203mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 249mg | 657mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 5.8g | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.168mg | 1.553mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.283mg | 0.094mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 76mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.56mg | 1.53mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 16.1µg | 13% | |
| Saturated fat | 9.643g | 7.011g | 12% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 76mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 1.23mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 45.1g | 64.43g | 6% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 237mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.488mg | 0.363mg | 5% |
| Calories | 551kcal | 474kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.191mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.398mg | 0.353mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.148mg | 4% |
| Protein | 7.3g | 6.15g | 2% |
| Choline | 6.4mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 43.6g | 58.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.74g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.272mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.508mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.362mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.308mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 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
28%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
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 - 0.74g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tostada shells is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.632g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 408mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)