Pita vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pita and Tostada shells
- Pita has more Manganese, however, Tostada shells are higher in Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Fiber, Magnesium, and Vitamin B1.
- Tostada shells covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 34% more than Pita.
- Pita has less Sodium.
Food varieties used in this article are Bread, pita, white, unenriched 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 CalciumCalcium | +13.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +192.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +97.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +46.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +109.3% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +37.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +967.6% |
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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:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +866.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1848.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.2% |
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
7.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -97.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +6773.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1448.6% |
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 | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 9.1g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 1.2g | 23.38g |
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| Net carbs | 53.5g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 55.7g | 64.43g |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 86mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 120mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.53mg |
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| Fiber | 2.2g | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.168mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.84mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 97mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 536mg | 657mg |
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| Manganese | 0.481mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.267mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.097mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.142mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.397mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.363mg |
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| Folate | 24µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.166g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.105g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.535g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.105mg |
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| Threonine | 0.257mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.349mg |
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| Leucine | 0.634mg |
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| Lysine | 0.219mg |
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| Methionine | 0.16mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.446mg |
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| Valine | 0.394mg |
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| Histidine | 0.195mg |
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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
14%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pita contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pita is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.845g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pita 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 ($)