Potato vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between potatoes and taco
- Potatoes have more vitamin C and vitamin B6; however, taco has more vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for taco is 39% higher.
- Taco has 49 times less vitamin C than potatoes. Potatoes have 19.7mg of vitamin C, while taco has 0.4mg.
- Potatoes are lower in sodium.
- Potatoes have a higher glycemic index than taco.
Food types used in this article are Potatoes, flesh and skin, raw and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +103.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +39.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +641.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +483.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +212.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +24.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2200% |
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 | +4825% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +62% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +231.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +55.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +665% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +26.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +164.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +39% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +332.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14011.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +220450% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +7142.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +55% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +135.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +15.4% |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.93µg | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 0.4mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.042g | 3.042g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 4.384g | 20% |
| Fats | 0.09g | 12.7g | 19% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 397mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 57mg | 178mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.09mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 9.2µg | 16% |
| Protein | 2.05g | 8.86g | 14% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 1.75mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 15.3µg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 4.411g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 28mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 89mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 3.9g | 7% |
| Calories | 77kcal | 226kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.295mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 425mg | 209mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.19mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.061mg | 1.65mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.6mg | 4% |
| Choline | 12.1mg | 32mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.11mg | 0.077mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.081mg | 0.05mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.2mg | 0.249mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.032mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 19µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 17.49g | 19.85g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.39g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.82g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Starch | 15.29g | 14.78g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.467g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.26g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato contains less Sodium (difference - 391mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.359g)