Pie crust vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Pie crust and Tostada shells
- Pie crust has more Selenium, Vitamin B2, Iron, and Vitamin B3, however, Tostada shells has more Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Copper, Zinc, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Pie crust is 38% higher.
- Tostada shells have 2 times less Vitamin B2 than Pie crust. Pie crust has 0.213mg of Vitamin B2, while Tostada shells have 0.094mg.
Food types used in this article are Pie crust, standard-type, dry mix and Tostada shells, corn.
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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 | +45.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +940.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +406.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +24.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +270.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +207.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +136% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +126.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +467.2% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.9 g
Fats:
31.4 g
Carbs:
52.1 g
Water:
7.6 g
Other:
2 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +128.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.974 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
17.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.968 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 | +147.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -12.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 518kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 6.9g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 31.4g | 23.38g |
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| Net carbs | 52.1g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 52.1g | 64.43g |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 61mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 64mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 2.22mg | 1.53mg |
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| Fiber | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.4mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 86mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 753mg | 657mg |
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| Manganese | 0.315mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 22.9µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.392mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.727mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.363mg |
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| Folate | 104µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.974g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 17.887g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.968g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.08mg |
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| Threonine | 0.184mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.255mg |
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| Leucine | 0.476mg |
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| Lysine | 0.133mg |
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| Methionine | 0.121mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.339mg |
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| Valine | 0.289mg |
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| Histidine | 0.146mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tostada shells contains less Sodium (difference - 96mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tostada shells is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.963g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pie crust is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pie crust is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)