Taco vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taco and cheese sandwich
- Taco has more vitamin B12; however, cheese sandwich is higher in manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B2, selenium, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B6, and calcium.
- Cheese sandwich covers your daily manganese needs 36% more than taco.
- Cheese sandwich contains 8 times less vitamin B12 than taco. Taco contains 0.93µg of vitamin B12, while cheese sandwich contains 0.12µg.
- Taco has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of cheese sandwich is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell 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 ZincZinc | +101.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +68.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +129.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +46.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +120.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +107.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +334.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +164.1% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +675% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +616% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +611.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +93% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +190% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +236.8% |
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:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1681.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +96.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +142% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +134.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +201.3% |
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Saturated fat
~4.129g
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 9.166g | 41% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 1.083mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0.12µg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 382mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.427mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 24.3µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.358mg | 26% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 25g | 19% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 839mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 2.62mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 10.351g | 15% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 497kcal | 14% |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 58.2g | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.261mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.622mg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 89mg | 204mg | 12% |
| Folate | 19µg | 64µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 3.185mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.16mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.87mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 7mg | 7% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 54mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 209mg | 306mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 3.1g | 3% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 9.8g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 4.129g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 21µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.298mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.383mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.698mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.344mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.167mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.472mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.438mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.219mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| 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 |
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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 contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 442mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.255g)
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.