Tostada shells vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tostada shells and muffin?
- Tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6, fiber, magnesium, vitamin B1, copper, phosphorus, and zinc, yet muffin is richer in selenium.
- Tostada shells' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 25% higher.
- Tostada shells have 8 times more magnesium than muffin. Tostada shells have 76mg of magnesium, while muffin has 10mg.
- Muffin contains less saturated fat.
We used Tostada shells, corn and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) types in this comparison.
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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 | +660% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +72.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +95.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +146.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +232.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -48.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +23.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +272.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +110.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +807.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +146.1% |
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:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +37% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +83.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +651.8% |
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
2.844 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +49.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.4% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~8.103g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
55.4 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.31 g
Sucrose:
28.01 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.21 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +239.7% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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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| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.363mg | 0.04mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 5.8g | 1.1g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 7.011g | 2.844g | 19% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Starch | 55.4g | 16.31g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 76mg | 10mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.168mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 657mg | 336mg | 14% |
| Folate | 48µg | 12% | |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 8.2µg | 11% |
| Fats | 23.38g | 16.07g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% | |
| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.06mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 203mg | 146mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.23mg | 0.37mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg | 0.47mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.217g | 4.822g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.163mg | 5% |
| Calories | 474kcal | 375kcal | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.363mg | 0.449mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 64.43g | 53g | 4% |
| Iron | 1.53mg | 1.3mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Protein | 6.15g | 4.49g | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.553mg | 1.418mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.285g | 8.103g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 58.63g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 31.47g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.163g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.421mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g | 1.022g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.048g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tostada shells is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 321mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.167g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)