Taco shells vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between taco shells and muffin
- Taco shells have more fiber, magnesium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and zinc; however, muffin has more vitamin K, choline, and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin K for muffin is 26% higher.
- Muffin has 8 times less magnesium than taco shells. Taco shells have 83mg of magnesium, while muffin has 10mg.
- Muffin is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Taco shells, baked and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins).
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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 | +730% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +88.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +335.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +24.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +70.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +28.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +407.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +136.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +103.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +355.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +209.4% |
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:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +290% |
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
2.844 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
16.31 g
Sucrose:
28.01 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.21 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +236.8% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2701% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1130% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1110% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +440% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +370% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 39.2µg | 26% |
| Fiber | 6.7g | 1.1g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.105g | 2.844g | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.495g | 8.103g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 83mg | 10mg | 17% |
| Starch | 54.94g | 16.31g | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.04mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 233mg | 146mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.61mg | 0.37mg | 11% |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 92.5mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 30mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 9% | |
| Fats | 21.79g | 16.07g | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.163mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 1.63mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.06mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 4.8µg | 8.2µg | 6% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 44mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.935g | 4.822g | 5% |
| Folate | 69µg | 48µg | 5% |
| Calories | 476kcal | 375kcal | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.56mg | 0.449mg | 5% |
| Protein | 6.41g | 4.49g | 4% |
| Iron | 1.64mg | 1.3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.216mg | 0.168mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.867mg | 1.418mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 63.49g | 53g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 336mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.1g | 1.21g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 56.79g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.5g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.172g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.04mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.227mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.837mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.18mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.29mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.287mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.167mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.27g | 1.022g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.014g | 0.048g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.097g | 6.911g | 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 Cholesterol?
Taco shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.97g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.261g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Muffin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)