Taco vs. Pepperoni Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Taco and Pepperoni Pizza?
- Taco is higher in Vitamin B12, and Fiber, yet Pepperoni Pizza is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Iron, and Calcium.
- Pepperoni Pizza's daily need coverage for Selenium is 21% more.
- Taco has 2 times more Fiber than Pepperoni Pizza. While Taco has 3.9g of Fiber, Pepperoni Pizza has only 1.8g.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Taco is lower.
We used Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell and PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust types 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 | +45.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +64% |
| Contains more IronIron | +79.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +36.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +45% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +123.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +45.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +30.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +474% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +323.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +132.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +26.1% |
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:
11.97 g
Fats:
14.21 g
Carbs:
30.49 g
Water:
40.8 g
Other:
2.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +39.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.1% |
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
5.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.415 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.465 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -16.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.9% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~4.415g
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:
23.13 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.37 g
Lactose:
0.35 g
Maltose:
2.01 g
Galactose:
0.07 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +56.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +100% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +23.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 226kcal | 298kcal |
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| Protein | 8.86g | 11.97g |
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| Fats | 12.7g | 14.21g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.95g | 28.69g |
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| Carbs | 19.85g | 30.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 28mg | 25mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 146mg |
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| Potassium | 209mg | 199mg |
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| Iron | 1.19mg | 2.14mg |
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| Sugar | 0.9g | 3.2g |
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| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.105mg |
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| Zinc | 1.75mg | 1.54mg |
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| Starch | 14.78g | 23.13g |
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| Phosphorus | 178mg | 205mg |
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| Sodium | 397mg | 692mg |
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| Vitamin A | 131IU | 171IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 47µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 0.78mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.361mg |
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| Selenium | 9.2µg | 20.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 3.84mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.378mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg | 0.64µg |
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| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 19.3µg |
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| Folate | 19µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.467g |
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| Choline | 32mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.384g | 5.271g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.411g | 4.415g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g | 3.465g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.116mg |
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| Threonine | 0.374mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.487mg |
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| Leucine | 0.952mg |
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| Lysine | 0.652mg |
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| Methionine | 0.247mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.564mg |
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| Valine | 0.604mg |
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| Histidine | 0.322mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.37g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | 0.357g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.025g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 295mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Taco is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.887g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni Pizza 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.