Roast beef sandwich vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Roast beef sandwich and Taco
- Roast beef sandwich has more Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, and Folate, while Taco has more Vitamin K, and Fiber.
- Roast beef sandwich covers your daily need of Iron 18% more than Taco.
- Roast beef sandwich contains 5 times more Vitamin B2 than Taco. While Roast beef sandwich contains 0.287mg of Vitamin B2, Taco contains only 0.06mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Taco is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, roast beef sandwich, plain 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 IronIron | +121.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +97.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +39.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.2% |
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 | +334% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +378.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +163.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +138.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +168.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1537.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +446.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.17 g
Fats:
10.3 g
Carbs:
22.21 g
Water:
49.91 g
Other:
2.41 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.399 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.987 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.762 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -22.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +10.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +72.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
17.65 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.34 g
Fructose:
1.5 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
14.78 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +19.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +570% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +400% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 244kcal | 226kcal |
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| Protein | 15.17g | 8.86g |
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| Fats | 10.3g | 12.7g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 20.91g | 15.95g |
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| Carbs | 22.21g | 19.85g |
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| Cholesterol | 30mg | 28mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1IU | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 23mg | 32mg |
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| Calcium | 55mg | 89mg |
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| Potassium | 224mg | 209mg |
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| Iron | 2.64mg | 1.19mg |
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| Sugar | 3.84g | 0.9g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.109mg | 0.077mg |
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| Zinc | 2.27mg | 1.75mg |
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| Starch | 17.65g | 14.78g |
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| Phosphorus | 200mg | 178mg |
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| Sodium | 653mg | 397mg |
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| Vitamin A | 8IU | 131IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 0.6mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.234mg | 0.249mg |
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| Selenium | 18.2µg | 9.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.217mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.287mg | 0.06mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.343mg | 1.65mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.96µg | 0.93µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 15.3µg |
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| Folate | 51µg | 19µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.389g | 0.467g |
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| Choline | 32.4mg | 32mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.399g | 4.384g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.987g | 4.411g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.762g | 3.042g |
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| Fructose | 1.5g | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.005g | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.152g | 0.166g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.465g | 2.708g |
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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
34%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 256mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Roast beef sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.985g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Roast beef sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Roast beef sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
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.