Danish pastry vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between danish pastry and tamale
- Danish pastry has more selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, manganese, and iron; however, tamale has more vitamin B12, fiber, and vitamin B6.
- Danish pastry's daily need coverage for selenium is 23% more.
- Danish pastry has 4 times more folate than tamale. Danish pastry has 60µg of folate, while tamale has 15µg.
- Tamale is lower in saturated fat.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index than danish pastry.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Danish pastry, cheese 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 CalciumCalcium | +20.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +47.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +101.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +215% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +46.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +111.4% |
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 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +257.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +170% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +257.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +116.9% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +313% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +274.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.7% |
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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| Fats | 21.9g | 6.12g | 24% |
| Selenium | 18.9µg | 6µg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.313g | 2.739g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.794g | 2.396g | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0.54µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.08mg | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 0.688g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.05mg | 12% |
| Folate | 60µg | 15µg | 11% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 153kcal | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.174mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 3.1g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.143mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 1.22mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 1.48mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 37.2g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Protein | 8g | 6.28g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 1.59mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.205mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 17mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 99mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.2g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 6.95g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Sodium | 417mg | 427mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 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
22%
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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 - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.96g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.398g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry 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.