Fettuccine vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Fettuccine and Tamale different?
- Tamale has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Phosphorus, Iron, Vitamin B6, and Monounsaturated Fat than Fettuccine.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Tamale is 23% higher.
- Fettuccine has less Sodium.
KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Tamales (Navajo) are the varieties 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 PotassiumPotassium | +28.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +266.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1380% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +296% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +126.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.28g
~equal in
Water
~68.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 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 | -62.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +204.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +72% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 99kcal | 153kcal |
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| Protein | 6.2g | 6.28g |
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| Fats | 2.7g | 6.12g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 12g | 15.02g |
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| Carbs | 14g | 18.12g |
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| Cholesterol | 14mg | 17mg |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 28mg | 29mg |
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| Potassium | 168mg | 131mg |
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| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.22mg |
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| Sugar | 1.3g | 0.99g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 3.1g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg |
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| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.48mg |
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| Starch | 12.27g |
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| Phosphorus | 25mg | 99mg |
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| Sodium | 166mg | 427mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.59mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 15µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 2.396g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9g | 2.739g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 0.688g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.239mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.271mg |
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| Leucine | 0.568mg |
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| Lysine | 0.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.15mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg |
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| Valine | 0.318mg |
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| Histidine | 0.196mg |
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| Fructose | 0.17g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g |
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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
7%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.31g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 261mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.496g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.