Taco vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between taco and brown sugar?
- Brown sugar has less vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, selenium, vitamin K, and vitamin B3 than taco.
- Taco's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 39% higher.
- Taco has a lower glycemic index than brown sugar.
We used Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and Sugars, brown 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 | +255.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +67.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +63.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +5733.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4350% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +289.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +666.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +119.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1291.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +7283.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4155.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +248.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +394.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
14.78 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
94.56 g
Glucose:
1.35 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +23540% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +575% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +270% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0µg | 39% |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 98.09g | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 4mg | 25% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 0g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 0g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 0g | 20% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 0.12g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 28mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.03mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 1.2µg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 0.11mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.064mg | 8% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 380kcal | 8% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 0.71mg | 6% |
| Choline | 32mg | 2.3mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 9mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Folate | 19µg | 1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.041mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.047mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 133mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 83mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 1.11g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | N/A |
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
22%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 96.12g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 369mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.384g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)