Pumpkin pie vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pumpkin pie and taco shells?
- Pumpkin pie is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B12, yet taco shells are richer in phosphorus, fiber, magnesium, manganese, zinc, vitamin B6, and folate.
- Pumpkin pie's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 68% higher.
- Pumpkin pie contains less saturated fat.
We used Pie, pumpkin, commercially prepared 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 CopperCopper | +31% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +492.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +56.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +82.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +312.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +187.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.7% |
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 | +44700% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +55% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +53.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +222.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +165.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
9.75 g
Carbs:
34.83 g
Water:
50.39 g
Other:
1.13 g
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +687.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +64.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +82.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.988 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.6 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.77 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 | -72% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +50.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +210.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.73 g
Sucrose:
9.3 g
Glucose:
3.78 g
Fructose:
2.85 g
Lactose:
2 g
Maltose:
0.95 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
Starch:
54.94 g
Sucrose:
1 g
Glucose:
0.1 g
Fructose:
0.1 g
Lactose:
0.1 g
Maltose:
0.1 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +830% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +3680% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2750% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +1900% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +850% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +412% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +900% |
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 Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 448µg | 1µg | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.77g | 5.495g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 1.988g | 7.105g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 81mg | 233mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 6.7g | 20% |
| Fats | 9.75g | 21.79g | 19% |
| Starch | 10.73g | 54.94g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 83mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.35µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.227mg | 0.56mg | 14% |
| Calories | 243kcal | 476kcal | 12% |
| Folate | 26µg | 69µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.203mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 1.61mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 34.83g | 63.49g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.452mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 1.64mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.6g | 6.935g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 6.41g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.107mg | 1.867mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.113mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 239mg | 324mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 13.2µg | 8.6µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 100mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.177mg | 0.216mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.85g | 0.1g | 3% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 231mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 37.5mg | 29.9mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 5.4µg | 4.8µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 33.03g | 56.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.88g | 1.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.76mg | 0.69mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.158mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.297mg | 0.837mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.192mg | 0.197mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.249mg | 0.18mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.175mg | 0.29mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.211mg | 0.287mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | 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
32%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.38g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin pie contains less Sodium (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pumpkin pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.117g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pumpkin pie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)