Caramel popcorn vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between caramel popcorn and tamale
- Caramel popcorn is higher in iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin E, yet tamale is higher in vitamin B12.
- Caramel popcorn covers your daily iron needs 34% more than tamale.
- The amount of saturated fat in caramel popcorn is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +263.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +171% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +371.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +339.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +29.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +345.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1963.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.28g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 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 | -56.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +375.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.739g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.91mg | 1.22mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.297mg | 0.063mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.764mg | 0.174mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Carbs | 80.7g | 18.12g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.27g | 0.688g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 22mg | 14% |
| Calories | 400kcal | 153kcal | 12% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 427mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 131mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04g | 2.396g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 99mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 3.9µg | 6µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0.143mg | 3% |
| Fats | 7.8g | 6.12g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 3.1g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.99mg | 1.59mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.24mg | 1.48mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.23mg | 0.205mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 6.28g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 76.9g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.36g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Folate | 16µg | 15µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.73g | 2.739g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.227mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.641mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.303mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.182mg | 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
14%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.37g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 250mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.356g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)