Fenugreek vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between fenugreek and tamale?
- Fenugreek is richer in iron, copper, fiber, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2, while tamale is higher in vitamin B12.
- Fenugreek's daily need coverage for iron is 404% higher.
- Tamale has 18 times less copper than fenugreek. Fenugreek has 1.11mg of copper, while tamale has 0.063mg.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than fenugreek (0).
We used Spices, fenugreek seed 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +768.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +506.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +487.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2648.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1661.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +199% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +605.7% |
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 | +76.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +544% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +357.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +319.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +266.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +222% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +146.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +670.4% |
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Fats
~6.12g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 33.53mg | 1.22mg | 404% |
| Copper | 1.11mg | 0.063mg | 116% |
| Fiber | 24.6g | 3.1g | 86% |
| Manganese | 1.228mg | 0.174mg | 46% |
| Magnesium | 191mg | 22mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6mg | 0.143mg | 35% |
| Protein | 23g | 6.28g | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 296mg | 99mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.322mg | 0.05mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.366mg | 0.08mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 770mg | 131mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 67mg | 427mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 176mg | 29mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 58.35g | 18.12g | 13% |
| Folate | 57µg | 15µg | 11% |
| Calories | 323kcal | 153kcal | 9% |
| Zinc | 2.5mg | 1.48mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 7% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 5% | |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.46g | 2.396g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 1.7mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Fats | 6.41g | 6.12g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 33.75g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.64mg | 1.59mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.391mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.898mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.241mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.757mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.338mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.089mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.102mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.668mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fenugreek is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fenugreek contains less Sodium (difference - 360mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.936g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fenugreek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fenugreek is relatively richer in vitamins