Pita vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Pita and Taco shells
- Pita has more Copper, while Taco shells has more Phosphorus, Fiber, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Zinc.
- Taco shells covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 35% more than Pita.
- Pita contains 2 times more Sodium than Taco shells. While Pita contains 536mg of Sodium, Taco shells contain only 324mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Bread, pita, white, unenriched 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 | +48.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +219.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +92.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +140.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16.4% |
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 | +23.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +497.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +187.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.1 g
Fats:
1.2 g
Carbs:
55.7 g
Water:
32.1 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +401.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1715.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.166 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.105 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.535 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 | -97.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +6504.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +927.1% |
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 | 275kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 9.1g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 1.2g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 53.5g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 55.7g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 86mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 120mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 2.2g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 97mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 536mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 24µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.166g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.105g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.105mg | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.257mg | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.349mg | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.634mg | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.219mg | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.394mg | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.195mg | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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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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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
14%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 212mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pita is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.939g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pita is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.