Taco shells vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between taco shells and biscuits?
- Taco shells are richer in fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B6, yet biscuits are richer in selenium, vitamin B2, iron, calcium, and vitamin B1.
- Biscuits' daily need coverage for selenium is 27% higher.
- Taco shells have 6 times more vitamin B6 than biscuits. Taco shells have 0.203mg of vitamin B6, while biscuits have 0.035mg.
- Biscuits contain less saturated fat.
- Biscuits have a lower glycemic index than taco shells.
We used Taco shells, baked and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +361.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +198.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +48.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +135% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +306.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +480% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +287.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.41 g
Fats:
21.79 g
Carbs:
63.49 g
Water:
6.4 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +33.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +351.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +67.5% |
~equal in
Protein
~7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.935 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.495 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.1% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~6.93g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 4.8µg | 19.5µg | 27% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 23% | |
| Fiber | 6.7g | 1.5g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.31mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.64mg | 2.9mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 83mg | 18mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 235mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 7.105g | 4.324g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.035mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.216mg | 0.356mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 580mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 233mg | 164mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.61mg | 0.54mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.495g | 4.163g | 9% |
| Fats | 21.79g | 16.3g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.378mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.867mg | 2.949mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 476kcal | 353kcal | 6% |
| Carbs | 63.49g | 44.6g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 5% | |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.082mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Folate | 69µg | 61µg | 2% |
| Protein | 6.41g | 7g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 56.79g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.5g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.935g | 6.93g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0.273mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0.514mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0.347mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.167mg | 0.161mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | 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
20%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 256mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.781g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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