Taco shells vs. Tart — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taco shells and tart different?
- Taco shells are higher in fiber, phosphorus, and zinc; however, tart is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin A, iron, selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B2 for tart is 36% higher.
- Taco shells contain 6 times more Zinc than tart. While taco shells contain 1.61mg of Zinc, tart contains only 0.28mg.
- Tart has less saturated Fat.
- Tart has a lower glycemic index (45) than taco shells (69).
Taco shells, baked and Breakfast tart, low fat are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +88.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +54.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +475% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +150.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +108.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +168.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +30.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2050% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +256% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5488.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +586.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +87.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +44.9% |
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:
3.99 g
Fats:
5.99 g
Carbs:
76.8 g
Water:
12.04 g
Other:
1.18 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +263.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +88.1% |
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
1.393 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.338 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.878 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +107.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +525.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -80.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 476kcal | 372kcal |
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| Protein | 6.41g | 3.99g |
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| Fats | 21.79g | 5.99g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 3.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 56.79g | 75.3g |
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| Carbs | 63.49g | 76.8g |
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| Magnesium | 83mg | 44mg |
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| Calcium | 100mg | 44mg |
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| Potassium | 231mg | 66mg |
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| Iron | 1.64mg | 3.42mg |
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| Sugar | 1.5g | 4.87g |
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| Fiber | 6.7g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.113mg | 0.073mg |
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| Zinc | 1.61mg | 0.28mg |
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| Starch | 54.94g |
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| Phosphorus | 233mg | 93mg |
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| Sodium | 324mg | 361mg |
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| Vitamin A | 17IU | 950IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 285µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.69mg | 0.53mg |
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| Manganese | 0.56mg |
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| Selenium | 4.8µg | 12.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.216mg | 0.285mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.549mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.867mg | 3.8mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.6µg | 0.4µg |
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| Folate | 69µg | 100µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.172g |
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| Choline | 29.9mg | 8.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.105g | 1.393g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.935g | 3.338g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.495g | 0.878g |
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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 | 0.1g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tart is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.712g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tart is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tart is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.37g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco shells contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco shells is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)