Fish sandwich vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between fish sandwiches and taco?
- Fish sandwiches are higher in selenium, vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin B2, yet taco is higher in fiber, zinc, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
- Fish sandwiches' daily need coverage for selenium is 16% more.
- Fish sandwiches have 4 times more vitamin B1 than taco. While fish sandwiches have 0.21mg of vitamin B1, taco has only 0.05mg.
- The amount of sodium in taco is lower.
- The glycemic index of taco is lower.
We used Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell types in this article.
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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 | +26.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +95.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +140.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +257.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -34.1% |
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 | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +30.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +36.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +10.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.7% |
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Fats
~12.7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 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 | -55.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +70% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 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 GlucoseGlucose | +500% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +390% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.257g | 3.042g | 21% |
| Selenium | 18µg | 9.2µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.21mg | 0.05mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 3.9g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.949g | 4.384g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.75mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.68µg | 0.93µg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 178mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 602mg | 397mg | 9% |
| Folate | 46µg | 19µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.06mg | 6% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.595g | 4.411g | 5% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 89mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.19mg | 4% |
| Protein | 10.29g | 8.86g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.15mg | 1.65mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 226kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 26.69g | 19.85g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.264mg | 0.249mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 15.3µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Fats | 12.45g | 12.7g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 25.69g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Potassium | 206mg | 209mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.53g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | 0.467g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | 0.166g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 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
27%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.63g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 205mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.435g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.