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Wonton wrappers vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between wonton wrappers and tostada shells

  • Wonton wrappers have more selenium, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1; however, tostada shells are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, fiber, and magnesium.
  • Wonton wrappers cover your daily selenium needs 47% more than tostada shells.
  • Tostada shells have 13 times less Selenium than wonton wrappers. Wonton wrappers have 28.2µg of Selenium, while tostada shells have 2.2µg.
  • Wonton wrappers contain less saturated Fat.
  • Wonton wrappers have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of wonton wrappers is 81, while the glycemic index of tostada shells is 49.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Wonton wrappers (includes egg roll wrappers) and Tostada shells, corn.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 14% 7.2% 126% 49% 19% 35% 75% 83% 154%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 54% 23% 21% 57% 49% 34% 87% 86% 47% 12%
Contains more IronIron +119.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -12.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +75.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +1181.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +280%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +61.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +189%
Contains more ZincZinc +73.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +150.6%
~equal in Copper ~0.148mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.84% 0% 0% 130% 87% 102% 1.5% 6.9% 2.5% 0% 65% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 88% 22% 29% 11% 84% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +302.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +249.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +664%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1110%
~equal in Vitamin C ~mg
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 58% 29% 2%
Protein: 9.8 g
Fats: 1.5 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 28.8 g
Other: 2 g
6% 23% 64% 3% 3%
Protein: 6.15 g
Fats: 23.38 g
Carbs: 64.43 g
Water: 3.32 g
Other: 2.72 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +59.3%
Contains more WaterWater +767.5%
Contains more FatsFats +1458.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +11.3%
Contains more OtherOther +36%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
25% 18% 57%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.263 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.195 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.61 g
31% 32% 37%
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 -96.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +3601%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1258.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Wonton wrappers Tostada shells
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Wonton wrappers Tostada shells Opinion
Calories 291kcal 474kcal Tostada shells
Protein 9.8g 6.15g Wonton wrappers
Fats 1.5g 23.38g Tostada shells
Net carbs 56.1g 58.63g Tostada shells
Carbs 57.9g 64.43g Tostada shells
Cholesterol 9mg Tostada shells
Magnesium 20mg 76mg Tostada shells
Calcium 47mg 76mg Tostada shells
Potassium 82mg 237mg Tostada shells
Iron 3.36mg 1.53mg Wonton wrappers
Fiber 1.8g 5.8g Tostada shells
Copper 0.147mg 0.148mg Tostada shells
Zinc 0.71mg 1.23mg Tostada shells
Starch 55.4g Tostada shells
Phosphorus 81mg 203mg Tostada shells
Sodium 572mg 657mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin A 14IU Wonton wrappers
Vitamin A 4µg Wonton wrappers
Manganese 0.638mg 0.363mg Wonton wrappers
Selenium 28.2µg 2.2µg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B1 0.519mg 0.353mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B2 0.378mg 0.094mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B3 5.424mg 1.553mg Wonton wrappers
Vitamin B5 0.025mg 0.191mg Tostada shells
Vitamin B6 0.03mg 0.363mg Tostada shells
Vitamin B12 0.02µg Wonton wrappers
Folate 86µg Wonton wrappers
Trans Fat 0.163g Wonton wrappers
Saturated Fat 0.263g 7.011g Wonton wrappers
Monounsaturated Fat 0.195g 7.217g Tostada shells
Polyunsaturated fat 0.61g 8.285g Tostada shells
Tryptophan 0.114mg Wonton wrappers
Threonine 0.268mg Wonton wrappers
Isoleucine 0.369mg Wonton wrappers
Leucine 0.684mg Wonton wrappers
Lysine 0.204mg Wonton wrappers
Methionine 0.176mg Wonton wrappers
Phenylalanine 0.486mg Wonton wrappers
Valine 0.417mg Wonton wrappers
Histidine 0.209mg Wonton wrappers
Omega-3 - DHA 0.001g Wonton wrappers
Omega-3 - ALA 0.124g Tostada shells
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g Tostada shells

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Wonton wrappers Tostada shells
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
30%
Wonton wrappers
18%
Tostada shells
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
Wonton wrappers
47%
Tostada shells

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers contains less Sodium (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.748g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Wonton wrappers
Wonton wrappers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells
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 ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Wonton wrappers - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172802/nutrients
  2. Tostada shells - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167525/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.