Tostada shells vs. Filo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tostada shells and filo
- Tostada shells have more vitamin B6, phosphorus, fiber, and magnesium; however, filo is richer in selenium, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Filo covers your daily selenium needs 38% more than tostada shells.
- Filo has 12 times less vitamin B6 than tostada shells. Tostada shells have 0.363mg of vitamin B6, while filo has 0.03mg.
- Filo contains less saturated fat.
- Tostada shells have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tostada shells is 49, while the glycemic index of filo is 38.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tostada shells, corn and Phyllo dough.
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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 | +406.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +590.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +220.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +151% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +170.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +109.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +31.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +959.1% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +1110% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +262.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
6 g
Carbs:
52.6 g
Water:
32.6 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +289.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +881.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.011 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.47 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.923 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +797.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -79% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.285g | 0.923g | 49% |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 23.3µg | 38% |
| Fats | 23.38g | 6g | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.363mg | 0.03mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 7.011g | 1.47g | 25% |
| Starch | 55.4g | 23% | |
| Folate | 88µg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.53mg | 3.21mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.341mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 75mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.553mg | 4.073mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5.8g | 1.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.541mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 76mg | 15mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.217g | 3.149g | 10% |
| Calories | 474kcal | 299kcal | 9% |
| Sodium | 657mg | 483mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 11mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.23mg | 0.49mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.101mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.476mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 74mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 64.43g | 52.6g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.15g | 7.1g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg | 0.302mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 1% | |
| Choline | 6.9mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 58.63g | 50.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.18g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.246mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.159mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 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
18%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.18g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Filo contains less Sodium (difference - 174mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Filo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.541g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Filo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Filo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)