Frog legs vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between frog legs and tamale?
- Frog legs are higher in copper, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, phosphorus, and vitamin E, yet tamale is higher in fiber.
- Frog legs' daily need coverage for copper is 21% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in tamale is lower.
- The glycemic index of frog legs is lower.
We used Frog legs, raw and Tamales (Navajo) types 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 | +117.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +296.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +135% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +19.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +35% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +161.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1940% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5067.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +574.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.25mg | 0.063mg | 21% |
| Protein | 16.4g | 6.28g | 20% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 427mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 14.1µg | 6µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.08mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Choline | 65mg | 12% | |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.076g | 2.396g | 11% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.14mg | 0.05mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 147mg | 99mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.053g | 2.739g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4µg | 0.54µg | 6% |
| Carbs | 0g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 285mg | 131mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.102g | 0.688g | 4% |
| Calories | 73kcal | 153kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 1mg | 1.48mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 1.22mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.2mg | 1.59mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.143mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 18mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Folate | 15µg | 15µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.02g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g | 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
21%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Frog legs is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Frog legs contains less Sodium (difference - 369mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Frog legs is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.32g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Frog legs is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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