Pecan pie vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pecan pie and Taco shells
- Pecan pie has more Selenium, Copper, Vitamin A, and Vitamin B2, however, Taco shells are higher in Phosphorus, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, and Folate.
- Pecan pie covers your daily Cholesterol needs 29% more than Taco shells.
- Taco shells contain 82 times less Vitamin A than Pecan pie. Pecan pie contains 82µg of Vitamin A, while Taco shells contain 1µg.
- Taco shells have less Cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Pie, pecan, prepared from recipe 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 CopperCopper | +86.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +27.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +219.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +212.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +73.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +10.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +57.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +14.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +120.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +238.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +165.4% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.9 g
Fats:
22.2 g
Carbs:
52.2 g
Water:
19.5 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +204.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +59.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~21.79g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.989 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.71 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 | -43.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +61.2% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~5.495g
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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| Calories | 412kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 4.9g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 22.2g | 21.79g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 52.2g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 52.2g | 63.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 87mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 32mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.211mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 1.02mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 94mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 262mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 357IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 82µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.712mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 12µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.188mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.847mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.479mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.17µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.989g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.181g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.71g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.069mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.189mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.223mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.372mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.248mg | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.25mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.255mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.116mg | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g |
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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
16%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 87mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan pie contains less Sodium (difference - 62mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pecan pie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.116g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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.