Fortune cookie vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fortune cookie and tamale different?
- Fortune cookie is richer in folate and vitamin B1, while tamale is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B6, phosphorus, fiber, and selenium.
- Tamale covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 22% more than fortune cookie.
- Fortune cookie contains 4 times more folate than tamale. Fortune cookie contains 66µg of folate, while tamale contains 15µg.
- Fortune cookie is lower in saturated fat.
Cookies, fortune and Tamales (Navajo) types were 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 IronIron | +18% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +214.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +141.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +219.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +770.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +106.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +264% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +62.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +340% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +5300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
84 g
Water:
8 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +363.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +126.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +751.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.669 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.345 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.466 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 | -72.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +103.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +47.6% |
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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| Carbs | 84g | 18.12g | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0.54µg | 22% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 427mg | 17% |
| Folate | 66µg | 15µg | 13% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 1.48mg | 12% |
| Calories | 378kcal | 153kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.182mg | 0.05mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.013mg | 0.143mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 35mg | 99mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.669g | 2.396g | 8% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 6µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 6.12g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 17mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Protein | 4.2g | 6.28g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 7mg | 22mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.345g | 2.739g | 3% |
| Iron | 1.44mg | 1.22mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 131mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.84mg | 1.59mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.205mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.466g | 0.688g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.19mg | 0.174mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 6mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 82.4g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.42g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.061mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.123mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.165mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.295mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.157mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.203mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.192mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A |
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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 - 44.43g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fortune cookie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fortune cookie contains less Sodium (difference - 396mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fortune cookie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.727g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fortune cookie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fortune cookie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)