Penne vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Penne and Tamale
- Penne has more Calcium, however, Tamale is higher in Iron, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- Penne has 3 times more Calcium than Tamale. While Penne has 89mg of Calcium, Tamale has only 29mg.
- Penne has less Sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Tamales (Navajo).
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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.
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Calcium
+206.9%
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Magnesium
+36.4%
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Phosphorus
+19.2%
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Sodium
-41.9%
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Iron
+52.5%
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Zinc
+34.5%
Equal in Potassium - 131
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Calcium
+206.9%
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Magnesium
+36.4%
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Phosphorus
+19.2%
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Sodium
-41.9%
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Iron
+52.5%
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Zinc
+34.5%
Equal in Potassium - 131
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.
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Vitamin C
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+10.2%
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Fats
+53%
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+25.5%
Equal in Carbs - 18.12
Equal in Water - 68.1
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Protein
+10.2%
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Fats
+53%
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+25.5%
Equal in Carbs - 18.12
Equal in Water - 68.1
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+173.9%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+72%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.396
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Monounsaturated Fat
+173.9%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+72%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.396
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 14.1g | 15.02g |
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| Protein | 5.7g | 6.28g |
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| Fats | 4g | 6.12g |
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| Carbs | 16.8g | 18.12g |
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| Calories | 126kcal | 153kcal |
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| Starch | 12.27g |
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| Fructose | 0.17g |
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| Sugar | 1.9g | 0.99g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 3.1g |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 29mg |
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| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.22mg |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 22mg |
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| Phosphorus | 118mg | 99mg |
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| Potassium | 122mg | 131mg |
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| Sodium | 248mg | 427mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.48mg |
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| Copper | 0.063mg |
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| Manganese | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 6µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg |
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| Folate | 15µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.239mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.271mg |
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| Leucine | 0.568mg |
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| Lysine | 0.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.15mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg |
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| Valine | 0.318mg |
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| Histidine | 0.196mg |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 17mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.3g | 2.396g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 2.739g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.688g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.91g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamale is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Penne contains less Sodium (difference - 179mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Penne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Penne is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.096g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Penne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)