Taco vs. Ice cream sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between taco and ice cream sandwich
- Taco has more vitamin B12, fiber, phosphorus, vitamin K, iron, selenium, and zinc; however, ice cream sandwich is richer in copper.
- Taco covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 37% more than ice cream sandwich.
- Ice cream sandwich contains less sodium.
- Ice cream sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of ice cream sandwich is 61, while the glycemic index of taco is 39.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and Ice cream sandwich.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +81.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +357.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +191.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +196.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +229.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53% |
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 EVitamin E | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +221.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1760% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1076.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +330% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +122% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +143.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +78.9% |
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:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +48.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +87.1% |
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
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +65.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +33.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0.05µg | 37% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.254mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 72mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 129mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.19mg | 0.26mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 1.3µg | 12% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 3.1µg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.6mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.384g | 2.317g | 9% |
| Protein | 8.86g | 4.29g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 86µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.146mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.381mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 19.85g | 37.14g | 6% |
| Fats | 12.7g | 8.57g | 6% |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.111mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.028mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 2.272g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 4% | |
| Folate | 19µg | 34µg | 4% |
| Choline | 32mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.411g | 2.661g | 4% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 115mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 237kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 1.566mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.95g | 37.14g | N/A |
| Calcium | 89mg | 86mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 18.57g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.67g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 268mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.067g)
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.