Shortbread vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shortbread and taco
- Shortbread has more vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, folate, and vitamin E; however, taco has more vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for taco is 39% higher.
- Taco has 7 times less vitamin B1 than shortbread. Shortbread has 0.353mg of vitamin B1, while taco has 0.05mg.
- Taco is lower in saturated fat.
- Shortbread has a higher glycemic index than taco.
Food types used in this article are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, 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 | +150.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +128.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +584.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +137.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +257.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +169.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +48.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +306.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +606% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +423.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +98.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +326.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +39.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3455.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +106.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +221.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +65% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1483.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +52.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +52.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +173.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 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 | +173.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5147.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +80% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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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% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 3.042g | 35% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.05mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.19mg | 22% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 12.7g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.06mg | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 4.384g | 17% |
| Folate | 81µg | 19µg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 178mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 19.85g | 15% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 226kcal | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.6mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.75mg | 11% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 14.78g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.9g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.65mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 28mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 89mg | 8% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 8.86g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 6% | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 32mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 4.411g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.249mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 9.2µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 15.3µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 209mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 32mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 397mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.077mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 0.9g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | 0.467g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.166g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 2.708g | N/A |
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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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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.721g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
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.