Crab meat vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between crab meat and tamale
- Crab meat is richer in vitamin B12, copper, selenium, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium, yet tamale is richer in fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for crab meat is 457% higher.
- Crab meat contains 19 times more copper than tamale. Crab meat contains 1.182mg of copper, while tamale contains 0.063mg.
- Tamale contains less cholesterol.
- Crab meat has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, cooked, moist heat 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 | +186.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +103.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1776.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +414.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +566.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -60.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +335% |
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 CVitamin C | +347.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +95.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2029.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +208.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +297.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1380.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +28.4% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 11.5µg | 0.54µg | 457% |
| Copper | 1.182mg | 0.063mg | 124% |
| Selenium | 40µg | 6µg | 62% |
| Zinc | 7.62mg | 1.48mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 1072mg | 427mg | 28% |
| Protein | 19.35g | 6.28g | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 280mg | 99mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 17mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 63mg | 22mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.133g | 2.396g | 10% |
| Folate | 51µg | 15µg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7.6mg | 1.7mg | 7% |
| Fats | 1.54g | 6.12g | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.185g | 2.739g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.174mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.22mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 262mg | 131mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.4mg | 0.205mg | 4% |
| Calories | 97kcal | 153kcal | 3% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18mg | 0.143mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.34mg | 1.59mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.536g | 0.688g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.053mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.269mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.783mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.938mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.536mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.545mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.817mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.91mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.393mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.118g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.031g | 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 lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 645mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $12)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Crab meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Crab meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.263g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crab meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Crab meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crab meat is relatively richer in vitamins