Orange chicken vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Orange chicken and Tamale?
- Orange chicken is richer in Selenium, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin E , and Vitamin B6, while Tamale is higher in Vitamin B12, and Fiber.
- Orange chicken's daily need coverage for Selenium is 20% higher.
- Tamale is lower in Cholesterol.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, orange chicken and Tamales (Navajo) types in this comparison.
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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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Phosphorus
+31.3%
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Potassium
+59.5%
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Selenium
+185%
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Calcium
+107.1%
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Iron
+29.8%
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Sodium
-22.8%
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Zinc
+31%
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Copper
+50%
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Manganese
+100%
Equal in Magnesium - 22
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Phosphorus
+31.3%
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Potassium
+59.5%
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Selenium
+185%
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Calcium
+107.1%
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Iron
+29.8%
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Sodium
-22.8%
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Zinc
+31%
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Copper
+50%
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Manganese
+100%
Equal in Magnesium - 22
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 A
+∞%
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Vitamin E
+∞%
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Vitamin B2
+175%
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Vitamin B3
+125.8%
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Vitamin B5
+387.8%
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Vitamin B6
+60.8%
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Vitamin C
+88.9%
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Vitamin B1
+16.3%
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Folate
+50%
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Vitamin B12
+170%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin E
+∞%
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Vitamin B2
+175%
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Vitamin B3
+125.8%
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Vitamin B5
+387.8%
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Vitamin B6
+60.8%
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Vitamin C
+88.9%
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Vitamin B1
+16.3%
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Folate
+50%
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Vitamin B12
+170%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+130.3%
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Fats
+107.2%
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Carbs
+24%
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Other
+42.8%
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Water
+40.6%
Protein:
14.46 g
Fats:
12.68 g
Carbs:
22.46 g
Water:
48.43 g
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1.97 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
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Protein
+130.3%
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Fats
+107.2%
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Carbs
+24%
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Other
+42.8%
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Water
+40.6%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+26.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+784.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.396
Saturated Fat:
2.422 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
6.086 g
Saturated Fat:
2.396 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.688 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+26.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+784.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.396
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Sucrose
+2975%
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Glucose
+200%
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Fructose
+294.1%
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Starch
+16.9%
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Maltose
+∞%
Starch:
10.5 g
Sucrose:
12.3 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.67 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
12.27 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.21 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
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Sucrose
+2975%
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Glucose
+200%
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Fructose
+294.1%
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Starch
+16.9%
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Maltose
+∞%
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 21.66g | 15.02g |
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| Protein | 14.46g | 6.28g |
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| Fats | 12.68g | 6.12g |
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| Carbs | 22.46g | 18.12g |
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| Calories | 262kcal | 153kcal |
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| Starch | 10.5g | 12.27g |
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| Fructose | 0.67g | 0.17g |
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| Sugar | 13.6g | 0.99g |
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| Fiber | 0.8g | 3.1g |
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| Calcium | 14mg | 29mg |
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| Iron | 0.94mg | 1.22mg |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 22mg |
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| Phosphorus | 130mg | 99mg |
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| Potassium | 209mg | 131mg |
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| Sodium | 553mg | 427mg |
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| Zinc | 1.13mg | 1.48mg |
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.063mg |
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| Manganese | 0.087mg | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 17.1µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin A | 264IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 75µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.07mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 5IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1.7mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.043mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.59mg | 1.59mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.143mg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 15µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0.54µg |
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| Vitamin K | 24.4µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.113mg | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.576mg | 0.239mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.576mg | 0.271mg |
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| Leucine | 1.001mg | 0.568mg |
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| Lysine | 1.058mg | 0.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.34mg | 0.15mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.51mg | 0.275mg |
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| Valine | 0.614mg | 0.318mg |
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| Histidine | 0.359mg | 0.196mg |
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| Cholesterol | 61mg | 17mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.053g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.422g | 2.396g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.474g | 2.739g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.086g | 0.688g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.284g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.028g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.619g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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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
32%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.61g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 126mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.026g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Orange chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Orange chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.