Taco vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Taco and Hash browns different?
- Taco is richer in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Zinc, Phosphorus, and Iron, while Hash browns are higher in Vitamin E, and Vitamin B6.
- Taco covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 39% more than Hash browns.
Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty types were 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 | +52.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +368.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +98.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +386.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +57.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +6450% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +54.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +58.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +79.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +336.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +174% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +11.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +106.7% |
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:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +243.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42% |
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
2.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +77.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +86.2% |
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:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +25% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +74.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +55% |
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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 Sodium |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 226kcal | 272kcal |
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| Protein | 8.86g | 2.58g |
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| Fats | 12.7g | 17.04g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 5.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.95g | 26.18g |
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| Carbs | 19.85g | 28.88g |
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| Cholesterol | 28mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 209mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 1.19mg | 0.6mg |
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| Sugar | 0.9g | 0.56g |
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| Fiber | 3.9g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.1mg |
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| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.36mg |
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| Starch | 14.78g | 25.74g |
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| Phosphorus | 178mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 397mg | 566mg |
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| Vitamin A | 131IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 2.62mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.158mg |
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| Selenium | 9.2µg | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.137mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 1.838mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.186mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 9.9µg |
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| Folate | 19µg | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.467g | 0.056g |
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| Choline | 32mg | 17.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.384g | 2.54g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.411g | 7.827g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 5.665g |
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| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.24g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | 0.441g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 5.131g |
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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
22%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 169mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.844g)
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.