Taco shells vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Taco shells and Cheese sandwich
- Taco shells have more Fiber, while Cheese sandwich have more Selenium, Vitamin B2, Manganese, Phosphorus, Iron, Vitamin B1, and Calcium.
- Cheese sandwich covers your daily need of Selenium 35% more than Taco shells.
- Taco shells contain 2 times more Fiber than Cheese sandwich. While Taco shells contain 6.7g of Fiber, Cheese sandwich contains only 3.1g.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Cheese sandwich is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Taco shells, baked and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 | +53.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +104% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +63.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +406.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +317.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +65.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +433.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +70.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +100% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99% |
~equal in
Carbs
~58.2g
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
4.129 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -41.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +49.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +66.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 476kcal | 497kcal |
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| Protein | 6.41g | 9.8g |
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| Fats | 21.79g | 25g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 56.79g | 55.1g |
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| Carbs | 63.49g | 58.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg |
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| Magnesium | 83mg | 54mg |
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| Calcium | 100mg | 204mg |
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| Potassium | 231mg | 306mg |
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| Iron | 1.64mg | 2.62mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.16mg |
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| Zinc | 1.61mg | 0.87mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 233mg | 382mg |
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| Sodium | 324mg | 839mg |
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| Vitamin A | 17IU | 71IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 21µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg |
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| Manganese | 0.56mg | 1.083mg |
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| Selenium | 4.8µg | 24.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.216mg | 0.358mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.427mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.867mg | 3.185mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.261mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.12µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg |
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| Folate | 69µg | 64µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.105g | 4.129g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.935g | 10.351g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.495g | 9.166g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.13mg |
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| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0.298mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0.383mg |
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| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0.698mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.344mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0.167mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0.472mg |
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| Valine | 0.287mg | 0.438mg |
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| Histidine | 0.167mg | 0.219mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g |
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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
20%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 515mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.976g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese 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.