Tostada shells vs. Melba toast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Tostada shells and Melba toast
- Tostada shells have more Vitamin B6, however, Melba toast is richer in Selenium, Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B3, Copper, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, and Zinc.
- Melba toast's daily need coverage for Selenium is 59% more.
- Tostada shells contain 16 times more Saturated Fat than Melba toast. Tostada shells contain 7.011g of Saturated Fat, while Melba toast contains 0.445g.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tostada shells, corn and Crackers, melba toast, plain.
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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 | +28.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +141.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +95.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +63.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +211.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1481.8% |
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 | +270.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +17% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +190.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +164.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +262.8% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
12.1 g
Fats:
3.2 g
Carbs:
76.6 g
Water:
5.1 g
Other:
3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +630.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +53.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.3% |
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
0.445 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.782 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.282 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +822.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +546.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -93.7% |
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 price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 474kcal | 390kcal |
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| Protein | 6.15g | 12.1g |
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| Fats | 23.38g | 3.2g |
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| Net carbs | 58.63g | 70.3g |
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| Carbs | 64.43g | 76.6g |
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| Magnesium | 76mg | 59mg |
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| Calcium | 76mg | 93mg |
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| Potassium | 237mg | 202mg |
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| Iron | 1.53mg | 3.7mg |
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| Sugar | 0.94g |
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| Fiber | 5.8g | 6.3g |
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| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.289mg |
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| Zinc | 1.23mg | 2.01mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 203mg | 196mg |
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| Sodium | 657mg | 598mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.43mg |
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| Manganese | 0.363mg | 1.13mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg | 34.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.413mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.273mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.553mg | 4.113mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg | 0.693mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.363mg | 0.098mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.9µg |
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| Folate | 124µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Choline | 19.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.011g | 0.445g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.217g | 0.782g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.285g | 1.282g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.14mg |
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| Threonine | 0.342mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.462mg |
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| Leucine | 0.844mg |
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| Lysine | 0.28mg |
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| Methionine | 0.214mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.596mg |
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| Valine | 0.52mg |
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| Histidine | 0.261mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
88%
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 - 0.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melba toast contains less Sodium (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Melba toast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.566g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Melba toast is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.