Tostada shells vs. Tortilla — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Tostada shells and Tortilla?
- Tortilla is richer than Tostada shells in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Calcium, Fiber, Vitamin B2, Iron, and Copper.
- Tortilla's daily need coverage for Selenium is 63% more.
We used Tostada shells, corn and Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, whole wheat 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 ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +221.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +79.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +70.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1581.8% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +133.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +207.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +212.8% |
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
9.76 g
Carbs:
45.89 g
Water:
30.15 g
Other:
4.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +139.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +808.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +63.2% |
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
4.878 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.062 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.992 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +135.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +735.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -30.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 474kcal | 310kcal |
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| Protein | 6.15g | 9.76g |
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| Fats | 23.38g | 9.76g |
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| Net carbs | 58.63g | 36.09g |
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| Carbs | 64.43g | 45.89g |
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| Magnesium | 76mg | 85mg |
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| Calcium | 76mg | 244mg |
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| Potassium | 237mg | 262mg |
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| Iron | 1.53mg | 2.63mg |
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| Sugar | 2.44g |
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| Fiber | 5.8g | 9.8g |
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| Copper | 0.148mg | 0.266mg |
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| Zinc | 1.23mg | 1.92mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 203mg | 346mg |
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| Sodium | 657mg | 512mg |
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| Vitamin A | 5IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.9mg |
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| Manganese | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg | 37µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.823mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.094mg | 0.289mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.553mg | 4.858mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.363mg | 0.312mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.5µg |
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| Folate | 138µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g | 0g |
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| Choline | 20mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.011g | 4.878g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.217g | 3.062g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.285g | 0.992g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.129mg |
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| Threonine | 0.312mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.353mg |
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| Leucine | 0.671mg |
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| Lysine | 0.37mg |
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| Methionine | 0.163mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.488mg |
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| Valine | 0.444mg |
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| Histidine | 0.255mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0g |
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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
18%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
81%
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 - 2.44g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla contains less Sodium (difference - 145mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tortilla is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.133g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortilla is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)