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Mackerel vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between mackerel and tamale

  • Mackerel is richer than tamale in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, magnesium, and vitamin B5.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 769% higher.
  • Mackerel contains 9 times more selenium than tamale. Mackerel contains 51.6µg of selenium, while tamale contains 6µg.
  • Tamale contains less cholesterol.
  • Mackerel has a lower glycemic index than tamale.

Food types used in this article are Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 69% 4.5% 35% 59% 31% 26% 119% 11% 2.6% 281%
Tamale
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 8.7% 12% 46% 21% 40% 42% 56% 23% 33%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +340.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +206.1%
Contains more IronIron +28.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +49.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +180.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -80.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +760%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +93.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +57.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +770%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1.3% 18% 0% 0% 40% 95% 128% 59% 106% 2375% 0% 1.5% 0%
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 5.7% 0% 0% 0% 13% 18% 30% 12% 33% 68% 0% 11% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +218%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +415%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +330.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +382.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +221.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +3418.5%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +325%
Contains more FolateFolate +650%
~equal in Vitamin E ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 18% 53% 5%
Protein: 23.85 g
Fats: 17.81 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 53.27 g
Other: 5.07 g
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6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +279.8%
Contains more FatsFats +191%
Contains more OtherOther +267.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +27.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
27% 45% 28%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.176 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 7.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.3 g
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41% 47% 12%
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 +155.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +525%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -42.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mackerel Tamale
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mackerel Tamale DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 19µg 0.54µg 769%
Selenium 51.6µg 6µg 83%
Protein 23.85g 6.28g 35%
Vitamin B3 6.85mg 1.59mg 33%
Vitamin B2 0.412mg 0.08mg 26%
Phosphorus 278mg 99mg 26%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.3g 0.688g 24%
Vitamin B6 0.46mg 0.143mg 24%
Cholesterol 75mg 17mg 19%
Magnesium 97mg 22mg 18%
Fats 17.81g 6.12g 18%
Vitamin B5 0.99mg 0.205mg 16%
Sodium 83mg 427mg 15%
Fiber 0g 3.1g 12%
Monounsaturated fat 7.006g 2.739g 11%
Vitamin B1 0.159mg 0.05mg 9%
Saturated fat 4.176g 2.396g 8%
Potassium 401mg 131mg 8%
Manganese 0.02mg 0.174mg 7%
Carbs 0g 18.12g 6%
Vitamin A 54µg 0µg 6%
Calories 262kcal 153kcal 5%
Starch 12.27g 5%
Zinc 0.94mg 1.48mg 5%
Iron 1.57mg 1.22mg 4%
Copper 0.094mg 0.063mg 3%
Folate 2µg 15µg 3%
Calcium 15mg 29mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 1.7mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 15.02g N/A
Sugar 0.99g N/A
Tryptophan 0.267mg 0.052mg 0%
Threonine 1.045mg 0.239mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.099mg 0.271mg 0%
Leucine 1.938mg 0.568mg 0%
Lysine 2.19mg 0.427mg 0%
Methionine 0.706mg 0.15mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0.275mg 0%
Valine 1.228mg 0.318mg 0%
Histidine 0.702mg 0.196mg 0%
Fructose 0.17g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.504g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.699g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.106g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mackerel Tamale
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
217%
Mackerel
15%
Tamale
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
Mackerel
30%
Tamale

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.78g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mackerel
Mackerel contains less Sodium (difference - 344mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175120/nutrients
  2. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.