Waffle vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Waffle and Tostada shells different?
- Waffle is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Iron, however, Tostada shells are richer in Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Copper, and Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Waffle is 80% higher.
- Waffle contains 4 times more Vitamin B2 than Tostada shells. While Waffle contains 0.347mg of Vitamin B2, Tostada shells contain only 0.094mg.
- Waffle has less Sodium.
Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe and Tostada shells, corn are the varieties used 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 CalciumCalcium | +235.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +51% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2000% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +138.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +80.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +269.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +153.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +548.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.9 g
Fats:
14.1 g
Carbs:
32.9 g
Water:
42 g
Other:
3.1 g
Protein:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1165.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +65.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.866 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.785 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
7.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -59.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +105% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +22.1% |
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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| Calories | 291kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 7.9g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 14.1g | 23.38g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 32.9g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 32.9g | 64.43g |
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| Cholesterol | 69mg |
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| Magnesium | 19mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 255mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 159mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 2.31mg | 1.53mg |
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| Fiber | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.68mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 190mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 511mg | 657mg |
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| Vitamin A | 228IU |
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| Vitamin A | 65µg |
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| Manganese | 0.265mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 46.2µg | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.263mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.347mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.073mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg |
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| Folate | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.866g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.521g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.785g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.099mg |
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| Threonine | 0.289mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.362mg |
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| Leucine | 0.63mg |
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| Lysine | 0.384mg |
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| Methionine | 0.179mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.395mg |
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| Valine | 0.409mg |
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| Histidine | 0.187mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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
24%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Waffle contains less Sodium (difference - 146mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Waffle is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.145g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Waffle is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)