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Beefsteak raw vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between beefsteak raw and tamale

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and iron, while tamale has more fiber.
  • Beefsteak raw's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 90% higher.
  • Tamale contains 5 times less selenium than beefsteak raw. Beefsteak raw contains 27.9µg of selenium, while tamale contains 6µg.
  • The amount of cholesterol in tamale is lower.
  • Beefsteak raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0, while the glycemic index of tamale is 82.

The food types used in this comparison are Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
Tamale
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 8.7% 12% 46% 21% 40% 42% 56% 23% 33%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +13.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +186.3%
Contains more IronIron +63.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +25.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +258.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +122.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -87.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +365%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +480%

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% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
Tamale
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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 5.7% 0% 0% 0% 13% 18% 30% 12% 33% 68% 0% 11% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +50%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +127.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +217.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +279.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +398.1%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +400%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0mg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 g
Tamale
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6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +240.4%
Contains more FatsFats +14.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +318.2%
~equal in Water ~68.1g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 g
Tamale
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41% 47% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.688 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -21.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +16.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +264%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beefsteak raw Tamale
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Tamale DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0.54µg 90%
Selenium 27.9µg 6µg 40%
Zinc 5.3mg 1.48mg 35%
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 0.143mg 31%
Protein 21.38g 6.28g 30%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 1.59mg 22%
Cholesterol 67mg 17mg 17%
Phosphorus 220mg 99mg 17%
Sodium 55mg 427mg 16%
Fiber 0g 3.1g 12%
Iron 2mg 1.22mg 10%
Manganese 0.174mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.08mg 8%
Potassium 375mg 131mg 7%
Carbs 0g 18.12g 6%
Starch 12.27g 5%
Vitamin B5 0.205mg 4%
Folate 3µg 15µg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 0.688g 3%
Copper 0.079mg 0.063mg 2%
Calcium 5mg 29mg 2%
Saturated fat 1.875g 2.396g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.7mg 2%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.05mg 2%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 2.739g 1%
Calories 134kcal 153kcal 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Magnesium 25mg 22mg 1%
Fats 5.36g 6.12g 1%
Net carbs 0g 15.02g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0%
Sugar 0g 0.99g N/A
Vitamin A 2µg 0µg 0%
Trans fat 0.253g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0.052mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0.239mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0.271mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0.568mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0.427mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0.15mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.275mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0.318mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0.196mg 0%
Fructose 0.17g 0%
Omega-3 - ALA 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g 0g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beefsteak raw Tamale
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Beefsteak raw
15%
Tamale
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
30%
Tamale

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 50mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 372mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.521g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/nutrients
  2. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/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.