Bulgur dry vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are bulgur dry and tamale different?
- Bulgur dry is higher in manganese, fiber, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and iron; however, tamale is richer in vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for bulgur dry is 125% higher.
- Bulgur dry contains 7 times more magnesium than tamale. While bulgur dry contains 164mg of magnesium, tamale contains only 22mg.
- Bulgur dry has less sodium.
- Bulgur dry has a lower glycemic index (47) than tamale (82).
Bulgur, dry and Tamales (Navajo) 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +645.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +213% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +431.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +203% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1651.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +364% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +221.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +409.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +139.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.29 g
Fats:
1.33 g
Carbs:
75.87 g
Water:
9 g
Other:
1.51 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +95.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +318.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +360.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +656.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.232 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.541 g
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 | -90.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1483.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.2% |
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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| Manganese | 3.048mg | 0.174mg | 125% |
| Fiber | 12.5g | 3.1g | 38% |
| Magnesium | 164mg | 22mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.335mg | 0.063mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 300mg | 99mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.114mg | 1.59mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 75.87g | 18.12g | 19% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 427mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.045mg | 0.205mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.46mg | 1.22mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.342mg | 0.143mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.232mg | 0.05mg | 15% |
| Protein | 12.29g | 6.28g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.232g | 2.396g | 10% |
| Calories | 342kcal | 153kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 131mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 6µg | 7% |
| Fats | 1.33g | 6.12g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.173g | 2.739g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Choline | 28.1mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 1.93mg | 1.48mg | 4% |
| Folate | 27µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.115mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.541g | 0.688g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.37g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.41g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.19mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.354mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.455mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.83mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.339mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.19mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.58mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.554mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.285mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A |
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
28%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
96%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bulgur dry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bulgur dry is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bulgur dry contains less Sodium (difference - 410mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bulgur dry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.164g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bulgur dry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bulgur dry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bulgur dry is relatively richer in vitamins