Shortbread vs. Taco shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Shortbread and Taco shells
- Shortbread has more Vitamin B2, Iron, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B3, however, Taco shells are richer in Phosphorus, Fiber, Magnesium, Zinc, and Vitamin B6.
- Taco shells' daily need coverage for Phosphorus is 24% more.
- Shortbread contains 4 times more Vitamin B2 than Taco shells. Shortbread contains 0.314mg of Vitamin B2, while Taco shells contain 0.08mg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Taco shells, baked.
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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 | +81.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +29.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +492.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +669.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +162.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +228.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.5% |
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 | +253.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +292.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +27.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +17.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +185.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3222.2% |
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:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +77.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +85.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~63.49g
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
7.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -12.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~6.935g
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:
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 | +1999% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +260% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +200% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +35.8% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 514kcal | 476kcal |
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| Protein | 5.37g | 6.41g |
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| Fats | 26.22g | 21.79g |
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| Net carbs | 62.48g | 56.79g |
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| Carbs | 63.78g | 63.49g |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 83mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 100mg |
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| Potassium | 88mg | 231mg |
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| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.64mg |
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| Sugar | 21.65g | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 6.7g |
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| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.113mg |
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| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.61mg |
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| Starch | 40.47g | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 66mg | 233mg |
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| Sodium | 353mg | 324mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1IU | 17IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 6.2µg | 4.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.216mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.867mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.203mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11µg | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 81µg | 69µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.714g | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 0.9mg | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.105g | 7.105g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.708g | 6.935g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 5.495g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg |
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| Threonine | 0.227mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg |
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| Leucine | 0.837mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg |
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| Valine | 0.287mg |
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| Histidine | 0.167mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.27g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 5.097g |
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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
30%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco shells is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)