Pop tarts vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Pop tarts and Taco shells?
- Pop tarts are richer in Vitamin A, Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B3, yet Taco shells are richer in Fiber, Phosphorus, Magnesium, and Calcium.
- Pop tarts' daily need coverage for Vitamin A is 32% higher.
- Pop tarts have 4 times more Vitamin B2 than Taco shells. Pop tarts have 0.33mg of Vitamin B2, while Taco shells have 0.08mg.
- Pop tarts contain less Saturated Fat.
We used Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry and Taco shells, baked types in this comparison.
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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 | +113.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +418.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +316.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +164.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +5558.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +312.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +87.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +15.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +95.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.5% |
~equal in
Carbs
~63.49g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 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 | -71.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +14.2% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~6.935g
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 412kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 13.3g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 67.31g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 68.41g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 16mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 24mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 95mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 3.5mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 30.9g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 1.27mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 88mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 398mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 962IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 289µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 80µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.02g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.5g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 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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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
33%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 74mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pop tarts is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.085g)
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.