Taco shells vs. French bread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Taco shells and French bread
- Taco shells are richer in Phosphorus, and Fiber, while French bread is higher in Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Folate, and Vitamin B1.
- French bread covers your daily Selenium needs 45% more than Taco shells.
- Taco shells have 14 times more Saturated Fat than French bread. Taco shells have 7.105g of Saturated Fat, while French bread has 0.502g.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Taco shells, baked and Bread, french or vienna, toasted (includes sourdough).
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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 | +167.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +112.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +65% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +84.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +518.8% |
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 | +263.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +111.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1620% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +70.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +97.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +362.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +188.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +102.9% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
13 g
Fats:
2.14 g
Carbs:
61.93 g
Water:
20.61 g
Other:
2.32 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +918.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +102.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +222% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.5% |
~equal in
Carbs
~61.93g
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
0.502 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.83 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1696.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +562% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -92.9% |
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 | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 476kcal | 319kcal |
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| Protein | 6.41g | 13g |
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| Fats | 21.79g | 2.14g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 56.79g | 58.83g |
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| Carbs | 63.49g | 61.93g |
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| Magnesium | 83mg | 31mg |
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| Calcium | 100mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 231mg | 140mg |
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| Iron | 1.64mg | 3.87mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g | 3.59g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.15mg |
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| Zinc | 1.61mg | 1.05mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 233mg | 126mg |
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| Sodium | 324mg | 720mg |
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| Vitamin A | 17IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.573mg |
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| Selenium | 4.8µg | 29.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.216mg | 0.427mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.867mg | 5.38mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.616mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.096mg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 0.5µg |
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| Folate | 69µg | 140µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg | 17.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.105g | 0.502g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.935g | 0.386g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.495g | 0.83g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.134mg |
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| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0.316mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0.416mg |
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| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0.762mg |
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| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.328mg |
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| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0.168mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0.543mg |
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| Valine | 0.287mg | 0.476mg |
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| Histidine | 0.167mg | 0.234mg |
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| Fructose | 0.1g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | 0.05g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0g |
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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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.09g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 396mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French bread is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.603g)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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